Grocery prices a top concern among Washington consumers
2025-02-13
Groceries were the most common expense reported as hard to afford in the past month, followed by housing, according to the latest WAFOOD survey. Rising food prices and the expiration of pandemic-era assistance programs have intensified economic pressures on households statewide.
WSDA confirms HPAI in Mason County
2025-02-11
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.
WSDA seeks grower feedback on pesticide label requirements
2025-02-05
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., at the McGregor Training Center, 401 Airport Rd., Colfax, WA.
WSDA confirms first bird flu case of 2025
2025-01-24
Washington state’s first 2025 detection of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), often referred to as bird flu, in a domestic commercial flock has been confirmed. A large commercial flock in Franklin County reported the suspected virus to Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) officials over the past week.
