Livestock
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Beef Quality Assurance Certification
Source: Beef Quality Assurance
Information on becoming BQA certified through in-person and online training courses.
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Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA)
Source: Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA)
The Washington State Department of Agriculture has been serving the state for more than 100 years. Our diverse roles include providing fee-based services to the agriculture community, promoting Washington agricultural products, and ensuring regulations are observed.
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