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August 31, 2010

Gov. Gregoire to lead nearly 80 on September trade mission to Asia
OLYMPIA – Gov. Chris Gregoire today announced she will be leading a delegation of nearly 80 business, agriculture and education leaders to China and Vietnam to help expand our state’s export markets, ...

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August 18, 2010

Sign up by Aug. 27 for free pesticide disposal at Pasco
OLYMPIA — The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) is sponsoring a free pesticide disposal event in Pasco next month, but the deadline to sign up is approaching fast—Aug. 27.

August 17, 2010

Agriculture Department issues fines for pesticide violations
OLYMPIA — The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) issued fines totaling $1,650 and imposed license suspensions during the second quarter of 2010 for violations of state pesticide laws and rules. Fines ranged from $350 to $450 ...

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Calendar Next three events or hearings:
Temporary Layoff Day–some agency services unavailable	9/7 2010
Title: Hearing - WAC 16-30 Restricted Feedlots and Restricted Holding Facilities Contact: Jodi Jones Phone: 360-902-1889	9/16 2010
Title: Hearing - WAC 16-604 Public Livestock Markets Contact: Jodi Jones Phone: 360-902-1889	9/16 2010
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