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Palouse
Geographic region of Northwestern United States dominated by wheat-based agriculture / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For other uses, see Palouse, Washington.
The Palouse (/pəˈluːs/ pə-LOOSS) is a distinct geographic region of the northwestern United States, encompassing parts of north central Idaho, southeastern Washington, and, by some definitions, parts of northeast Oregon. It is a major agricultural area, primarily producing wheat and legumes. Situated about 160 miles (260 km) north of the Oregon Trail, the region experienced rapid growth in the late 19th century.
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![]() Palouse hills near Steptoe Butte | |
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Coordinates: 46.73°N 117.16°W / 46.73; -117.16 |
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The Palouse is home to two land-grant universities: the University of Idaho in Moscow and Washington State University in Pullman. Just eight miles (13 km) apart, both schools opened in the early 1890s.