Washington State Department of Agriculture

Spring Migration and Bird Flu

Updates on issues of interest to the agricultural community and the public.
Washington State Department of Agriculture

Vaccination Guidelines for Horses in Washington State

At the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA), we advise horse owners to partner with their veterinarians each spring to make sure their horses are well-protected before the height of ...
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In May of 2025 there was a bee spill in Whatcom county. In response to that, the Managed Pollinator Subcommittee of the Pollinator Health Task Force, with assitance from emergency response personnel, ...
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Governor proclaims March “Washington Agriculture Month”

OLYMPIA – Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) is celebrating agriculture’s vital role in the state following Governor Bob Ferguson designating March 2026 as Washington Agriculture Month.
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Chick Days are here: How to raise healthy, happy hens

Whenever possible, purchase chicks from flocks participating in the National Poultry Improvement Plan (NPIP). Many Washington feed stores source chicks from NPIP-approved hatcheries. If you’re unsure, ...
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Cooking with Raw Proteins

Cooking with Raw Proteins Return to Procurement of Local Meat Poultry and Seafood ...