{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Idaho\u2019s Economic Status: What\u2019s Really Happening &amp; Where Opportunity Lives - Featuring Spencer Ward","description":"Idaho\u2019s economy is strong but it\u2019s not without pressure points. In this episode of The Idaho Business Podcast, Spencer breaks down the current state of Idaho\u2019s economy, including unemployment trends, job growth, population shifts, and the industries driving real demand across the state. We talk honestly about tight labor markets, growing sectors like healthcare and construction, and why service-based and B2B businesses continue to thrive in Idaho. We also touch on agriculture, a cornerstone of Idaho\u2019s economy and address the reality of low commodity prices and the pressure farmers are facing right now, while explaining why agriculture still acts as economic infrastructure and creates opportunity beyond the field. This episode isn\u2019t about predictions or politics, it\u2019s about clarity. If you\u2019re an entrepreneur, business owner, or leader trying to understand where Idaho\u2019s economy is headed and where smart opportunities still exist, this conversation will help you see the landscape clearly. \ud83c\udfa7 Listen in to understand what\u2019s working, what\u2019s shifting, and how to position your business to win in Idaho\u2019s evolving economy. &amp;nbsp; If you are feeling the love, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you are!! If you'd like to be featured on an episode go to theidahobusinesspodcast.com to APPLY!  Apple Podcasts  Spotify YouTube ","author_name":"Idaho Business Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/www.pocatellobusinesspodcast.com\/","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/39975530\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/201294990"}