Washington State Department of Agriculture

Live yellow-legged hornet intercepted at Port of Vancouver

The Washington State Department of Agriculture is asking those in the Vancouver, WA area to be on the lookout after a live yellow-legged hornet was intercepted at the Port of Vancouver.
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West Nile virus detected in Yakima County horse

OLYMPIA, WA – Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) has reported the first case of West Nile virus (WNV) in a Yakima County horse this year. On September 11, the Washington Animal Disease ...
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State proposes springtime eradications to protect communities from invasive pests

OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) Pest Program is proposing eradication projects for the spring of 2026 to eradicate spongy moth and Japanese beetle. The eradication ...
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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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Current Opportunities for Farmers

At AgWest Farm Credit recognizes that a lack of start-up funds can be challenging for many new producers. This grant opportunity celebrates the ingenuity and passion of new producers and helps them ...
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Pesticide and SPI License Renewal

Only submit renewal forms for licenses that qualify. Check your license status using WSDA's license search tool. For renewals submitted through the mail, make checks payable to "Washington State ...
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Exotic and Wild Animal Import

All exotic or wild animals require a certificate of veterinary inspection (CVI) and an entry permit. Any animals listed on our illegal animals page will only be issued a permit to go to approved ...
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Licenses, Permits, and Certificates

Many businesses and individuals must have the proper license, permit or certificate to operate or conduct specific activities. Whether you’re in the business of food processing, plant sales, pesticide ...
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Climate Resilience Plan for Washington Agriculture

Climate change creates new challenges for Washington agriculture, including extreme weather, wildfires, flooding, increased pest pressure, worker safety risks, and water supply volatility. However, ...
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Access Food Near You

WSDA Food Assistance (FA) serves communities and lower-income families by improving access to safe and nutritious foods. WSDA FA partners with Lead Agencies, local nonprofits or tribal organizations ...
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Business and Marketing Support

WSDA helps food and agriculture companies to be more successful. This includes assisting farmers to find direct market opportunities, aiding smaller farmers, and promoting the Washington food and ...