The Regional Markets Program works to strengthen the economic viability of small and direct-marketing farms and ranches, and to increase the availability of healthy, locally-grown foods for all Washingtonians and support robust local food and agricultural economies. Our programs offer information, resources, training and technical assistance, and regulatory guidance to farms and local buyers of Washington agricultural products.

The Washington State University Food Systems Program integrates multidisciplinary expertise across extension, research, and teaching; offering specialized resources for strengthening the sustainability of Washington’s food and farming systems. We partner with communities throughout the state to restore agroecosystems; support thriving food and farm businesses; and develop harvesting, processing and distribution systems that ensure access to culturally relevant, healthy food for all.

NMPAN is an university Extension-based community of practice of people and organizations helping small meat processors thrive by growing our shared wealth of information and innovation. We offer tools and technical assistance for small processors and the farmers, marketers, and meat buyers who depend on them. NMPAN is housed at Oregon State University.

The Northwest Meat Processors Association shall work for the betterment of the meat industry in the Northwest. This will be accomplished by providing strong, qualified leadership that represents the interests of the meat industry in the legislative halls. In addition, we keep our members informed of developments and matters of development and matters of interest in the meat industry.

The American Pastured Poultry Producers Association is a non-profit trade organization that encourages the production, processing, marketing, and purchasing of poultry raised on pasture. We see pastured poultry as the model for environmentally, emotionally, and economically sensible poultry production that can feed your local communities uniquely nutritious, delicious, and humanely-raised chicken, eggs, turkey, ducks, geese and guineas.

We provide resources to keep producers competitive within the pastured poultry industry with provocative topics, technical insights, regional networking, and informed discussions.

If you process, manufacture, store or handle any food or dairy products for wholesale distribution, or if you custom slaughter or custom cut meat, you need to contact the Washington State Department of Agriculture Food Safety Program for licensing and/or inspection information.

WSU Extension works statewide in every county and with tribal partners to translate world-class ag research into hands-on practice that to create thriving communities, families, and individuals. Look here for information on topics spanning all types of agriculture to help support your farm and food business!

The Mission of the Animal Sciences Department is to advance knowledge through research, innovation, and creativity across a wide range of academic disciplines; to extend knowledge through innovative educational programs to students, emerging scholars, fellow scientists, and stakeholders; and to apply animal science knowledge, thus improving the quality of life for people and animals and enhancing local and global economies.

The American Association of Meat Processors (AAMP) is North America's largest meat trade organization. It is the mission of AAMP to provide quality service, knowledge through education, regulatory representation and networking opportunities for our members.

The Animal Health Program works to protect Washington’s livestock and poultry by managing disease control, reviewing health certificates for interstate movement, and regulating facilities like feedlots and rendering plants. We also implement biosecurity measures, track reportable diseases, and issue permits for livestock and pasture movement. In collaboration with industry partners, we ensure swift responses to disease outbreaks and provide education at events such as fairs, 4-H and FFA meetings, and exhibitions, helping maintain a healthy, productive animal agriculture sector.

The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) Animal Feed Program regulates commercial animal feed including livestock feed, poultry feed, fish feed and pet food at the state level. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates animal feed at the federal level. The Animal Feed Program works with a Feed Advisory Committee and interested public who assist in making decisions regarding the program's activities.

The Good Meat Project is on a mission to advance an ethical meat system. Nurturing the education and connection of all eaters. Increasing the resilience of Good Meat® producers. Honoring Good Meat® craftspeople. Insisting on a transparent meat supply chain. For thriving lands, animals, and humans. So everyone can share the joy of delicious, nutritious, and affordable meat.

Washington State University’s Animal Genomics Extension is your source of fact-based and research-informed resources to improve profitability and sustainability of livestock operations. Looking for information on AI (artificial insemination) look no further!

SCC is the coordinating state agency for the 45 conservation districts (CDs) in Washington State. We work to conserve natural resources on all of our lands.

Find YOUR local Conservation District here!