In May 2025, the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) and Washington State University (WSU) cohosted the Western ...

Seasonal staff are starting to disperse throughout the state to set traps as part of the Washington State Department of ...

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, ...

Olympia — Washington State has reached Stage 4 status in the National Milk Testing Strategy (NMTS) program, confirming that no cases of bird flu or Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) have been ...

"No two days are the same. Think you’ve seen everything? Wait ‘til tomorrow." Bruce Hutton, a seasoned field veterinarian with the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA), knows firsthand ...

This year the Livestock Identification Advisory Committee will have several positions open. The committee provides advice to the director of the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) ...

Food waste is a massive issue in the U.S. In fact, up to 38% of all food produced in the country goes uneaten. The impact of this waste extends far beyond individual households: Economic loss: A ...

PASCO – Annual Japanese beetle (Popillia japonica) treatments are underway in South Central Washington. The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) is conducting Japanese beetle treatments ...

As spring bird migration brings thousands of birds to Washington state, it also increases the risk of avian influenza (bird flu) spreading through the region. Migratory waterfowl like ducks, geese, ...

Raising baby chickens, or chicks, can be an incredibly rewarding experience. Whether you're starting a backyard flock or simply enjoying the process of caring for these adorable creatures, it’s ...