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  • Published on June 25, 2026 - 09:29 GMT

    WSDA, USDA announce eradication of northern giant hornet from the United States

    OLYMPIA – After three years without confirmed detections, the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) have declared the northern giant hornet (Vespa mandarinia) eradicated from Washington and …

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  • Published on June 25, 2026 - 09:29 GMT

    WSDA seeks consent to treat over 17,600 properties for Japanese beetles

    OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) Pest Program is seeking permission from property owners in Yakima, Benton and Franklin counties to treat their yards for Japanese beetle. Over 17,600 property owners in the treatment area will …

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  • Published on June 25, 2026 - 09:29 GMT

    WSDA confirms first bird flu case of 2025

    OLYMPIA – Washington state’s first 2025 detection of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), often referred to as bird flu, in a commercial flock has been confirmed. A large commercial flock in Franklin County reported the suspected virus to Washington …

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  • Published on June 25, 2026 - 09:29 GMT

    WSDA seeks grower feedback on pesticide label requirements

    COLFAX, Wash. — The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) is inviting farmers and industry partners in Whitman County to share their thoughts on new pesticide label rules. A workshop will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 18, from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., …

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  • Published on June 25, 2026 - 09:29 GMT

    WSDA confirms HPAI in Mason County

    OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) confirms Mason County’s first case of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI or H5N1) in domestic birds, detected in a small backyard flock of ducks. The initial report of sick birds came in …

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  • Published on June 25, 2026 - 09:29 GMT

    Grocery prices a top concern among Washington consumers

    WSDA Media contact: Amber Betts 360-628-3477 | UW media contact: Alden Woods 206-543-2580          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 …

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  • Published on June 25, 2026 - 09:29 GMT

    Raw pet food identified as source of bird flu infection to house cats

    WSDA Media contact: Amber Betts 360-628-3477 OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) and the Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) are warning pet owners about the risks of raw pet food after indoor cats in Oregon became ill from …

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  • Published on June 25, 2026 - 09:29 GMT

    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 Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), with more cats …

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  • Published on June 25, 2026 - 09:29 GMT

    State begins annual treatments to eradicate invasive beetle

    Area residents can still sign up for free yard treatments 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 …

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  • Published on June 25, 2026 - 09:29 GMT

    Washington achieves stage 4 status in NMTS program: Dairy herds free of HPAI

    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 detected in the state’s dairy cattle or milk supply. The …

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  • Published on June 25, 2026 - 09:28 GMT

    State continues quest to eradicate invasive Spartina

    OLYMPIA – This year’s treatment season for Spartina, an aggressive invasive cordgrass weed, starts June 1 and will continue through November. Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA)-led survey and eradication efforts for Spartina will take place …

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  • Published on June 25, 2026 - 09:28 GMT

    State begins annual survey for invasive pests

    WSDA will look for over 130 pests OLYMPIA – Seasonal staff are starting to disperse throughout the state to set traps as part of the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) Pest Program’s annual search for invasive species. Each year, WSDA …

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  • Published on June 25, 2026 - 09:28 GMT

    WSDA Farm to School Purchasing Grant applications open

    Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) is opening the Farm to School Purchasing Grant application for the 2025–2027 biennium. Applications are due by 5:00 PM PST on July 3, 2025. The grant provides funds for schools and early learning services …

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  • Published on June 25, 2026 - 09:28 GMT

    Report highlights voices of food assistance clients in rural Washington

    For immediate release: 7/7/2025 Media Contact: Daniel Schafer Media Inquiries: pio@agr.wa.gov Public Inquiries: (360) 725-5640 Photovoice study reveals insights into client needs, nutrition concerns and the role of fresh produce in food assistance …

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  • Published on June 25, 2026 - 09:28 GMT

    Washington Bee Atlas nets over 25 new or rare bee species in its first year

    More trained volunteers needed to collect native bees throughout the state OLYMPIA – After only its first full program year searching for and documenting Washington’s native bees and their host plants, volunteers with the Washington State Department of …

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  • Published on June 25, 2026 - 09:28 GMT

    WSDA now accepting Local Food System Infrastructure Grant applications

    OLYMPIA – Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) is offering Local Food System Infrastructure grants to support local food supply chains and market access for farms, ranches, food processors and food distributors. The grants are designed to …

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  • Published on June 25, 2026 - 09:28 GMT

    WSDA now accepting Specialty Crop Block Grant proposals for 2026

    Concept proposals due October 15, 2025 OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) will start accepting proposals for the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program’s 2026 funding year beginning August 22, 2025. Applicants should visit WSDA’s …

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  • Published on June 25, 2026 - 09:28 GMT

    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 Diagnostic Laboratory (WADDL) confirmed a 1-year-old …

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  • Published on June 25, 2026 - 09:28 GMT

    Washington and Oregon issue recall for wild birdseed containing invasive quarantined weed seeds

    OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) and the Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) have issued a recall of Signature Pet Care Songbird Blend Wild Bird Food 7 LB, sold at Albertsons, Safeway and Haggen stores in in WA and OR, and …

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  • Published on June 25, 2026 - 09:28 GMT

    WSDA receives $4.2 million in Specialty Crop Block Grant funds

    OLYMPIA – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has awarded Washington state over $4 million to support specialty crops in 2025 through the Specialty Crop Block Grant program. Specialty crops are plants people use for food, medicinal purposes, and/or …

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