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May. 7, 2009
State Department of Agriculture begins Spartina treatments for 2009 season
OLYMPIA — The 2009 spartina treatment season will start June 1 and continue through October, the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) announced today. read more »

May 4, 2009
WSDA announces availability of $2.5 million in specialty crop grants
OLYMPIA — With an eye to increasing the competitiveness and viability of Washington’s fruit, vegetable and nursery producers, the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) is calling for proposals for $2.5 million in federal grant funds for projects that will enhance the state’s specialty crop industry. read more »

Apr. 22, 2009
Agriculture Department issues fines for pesticide violations
OLYMPIA — The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) issued fines totaling $9,300 and imposed license suspensions for violations of state pesticide laws and rules during the first quarter of 2009. Fines ranged from $350 to $5,200 for incidents that involved... read more »

Future of Farming program
WSDA's strategic plan for agriculture seeks to enhance farmers' profitability.

Legislative activity
Agency-related information on the 2009 Legislative session and budget.

Specialty crops
Applications sought for $2.5 million Specialty Crop Block Grant


Events & Public Hearings

Title: 2009 Food Protection Conference - Yakima, WA
Contact: Denise Curette
Phone: 360-902-1876
5/14/2009
Title: 2009 Food Protection Conference - Tacoma, WA
Contact: Denise Curette
Phone: 360-902-1876
5/19/2009
Title: Garlic Seed Certification
Contact: Tom Wessels
Phone: 360-902-1984
6/15/2009

 
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