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Washington State Department of Agriculture

If you have questions on this license record, contact Pesticide Licensing toll free at 877-301-4555 or by email at license@agr.wa.gov. Remember to always request picture ID to confirm identity!
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Annual invasive pest hunt concludes

OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) has completed its annual invasive pest survey season and will begin removing northern giant hornet (Vespa mandarinia) traps this month.
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Starting a Cottage Food Business in Washington State

If you’ve ever thought about selling homemade baked goods, jams, or specialty treats, Washington State’s Cottage Food Program offers a way to legally run a small food business from your home kitchen.
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Orchard to lab, apple maggot program keeps markets open for Washington apples

As the weather turns colder and the leaves start to turn, apple season is starting in earnest. Washington’s iconic apples are loved not only in Washington and across the country but around the world.
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Climate Smart Farm Equipment Grant

Washington’s farms feed the world and sustain our communities. The Climate Smart Farm Equipment Grant supports Washington producers in this important work, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions, ...
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WSDA confirms first domestic flock HPAI case in Skagit County

OLYMPIA, WA — March 20th, 2026 — Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) has confirmed highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a medium-sized flock of backyard chickens in Skagit County.
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What to know when rescuing a pet in Washington

Rescuing a pet can be one of the most rewarding things you’ll ever do—but it’s not as simple as falling in love with a furry face online. If you’re considering adopting a pet in Washington state, ...
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Nutrient Management Resources Directory

The Partners, Resources, and Education page provides information to find and contact your regional Conservation District, as well as details to find out more information on cost-share funding with the ...
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Plant Pathology and Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory

The Plant Pathology and Molecular Diagnostics Lab (PPMDL) is a cutting edge diagnostic laboratory that performs molecular, serological, and morphological testing to support the Pest Program’s mission ...
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Cottage Food Operation

A Cottage Food Permit allows a resident of Washington state to make food that is not potentially hazardous such as baked goods, candies, jams, jellies, preserves, fruit butters, dry spice blends, or ...
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Grocery prices a top concern among Washington consumers

OLYMPIA, Wash. – Groceries were the most common expense reported as hard to afford in the past month, followed by housing, according to the latest WAFOOD survey. Rising food prices and the expiration ...
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Washington cats confirmed with HPAI as investigation into contaminated pet food continues

OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) is alerting pet owners that at least two domestic, indoor cats in King and Snohomish counties in Washington have become infected with ...