Oregon Phasing Out Chlorpyrifos Use by 2023

Last week, the Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) filed Administrative Rules with the Oregon Secretary of State that immediately limits the use of chlorpyrifos-based products and phases out nearly all use by December 31, 2023.  ODA said they wrote the rules with the help of a “diverse workgroup” of leaders and experts from many backgrounds including agriculture,… Continue reading Oregon Phasing Out Chlorpyrifos Use by 2023

By the Numbers: Inside Washington’s Murder Hornet Nest

After the Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) found and removed an Asian Giant Hornet nest late last month, there was still one major step left; opening and examining the nest. Removal of the nest itself was complicated due to the fact that it was tucked inside a tree. Once WSDA entomologists had safely removed the… Continue reading By the Numbers: Inside Washington’s Murder Hornet Nest