The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) announced the 2024/2025 rates it will charge for voluntary grading, inspection, certification, auditing, and laboratory services for a variety of agricultural commodities including meat, poultry, fruits, vegetables, eggs, dairy products, rice, cotton, and tobacco.

WSDA has contracted with Metro Institute to administer pesticide licensing exams at professional testing centers across the state through a computer-based platform. Paper-based testing will continue to be available for some time.

On Monday, August 26, 2026, the Washington State Department of Licensing (DOL) will begin to process Climate Commitment Act (CCA) reimbursement applications. Reimbursements will only be made while there are funds available, so don’t wait to apply!

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is holding a public webinar on September 5, 2024 from 1:00-2:00 p.m. to discuss its insecticide strategy.

WSDA is offering 1-1 consultations with their In-Market Representatives from SE Asia, South Korea, Vietnam, Japan, Mexico, and Central America.

Please join the Alliance for a roundtable meeting with NWSA Executives and Port Commissioners who will provide updates on terminal operations, facility developments and new ocean services.

American Farmland Trust (AFT) is conducting a survey to gain an understanding of the needs and challenges faced by growers in the Puget Sound region in addressing the future viability of agriculture within their area. As a bonus, Puget Sound growers participating in the survey will be eligible to sign up to win a $100 Visa gift card or a “No Farm No Food” cap.

If you or someone you know would like to participate in the Leadership Institute program, now is the time to submit your/their name to the Washington State Potato Commission (WSPC) to be considered for the program.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) plans to purchase Potato Products for distribution to various food nutrition assistance programs.

Employers and workers have the opportunity to take part in LNI’s webinar series from July to September led by Employment Standards program staff to learn about key employment laws.

The Washington State Potato Foundation (WSPF) is constantly looking for new ways to help our growers and contributors to the Foundation’s cause. The Grower Education Committee would like to hear from you about ways we can continue to help our Industry in education and safety.

Requirements for the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) Worker Protection Standard (WPS) inspections have been in place since 1993 to ensure that pesticides are responsibly handled in accordance to regulations through voluntary compliance throughout the industry. Take a moment to learn what to expect from a WSDA WPS inspection.

The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) is now accepting applications for its second year of its Compost Reimbursement Program (CRP).