The department shall seek to enhance, protect, and perpetuate the ability of the private sector to produce food and fiber. Additionally, the department shall seek, consistent with its regulatory responsibilities, to maintain the economic well-being of the agricultural industry and its dependent rural community in Washington state.

NOTES:

Effective date1994 c 46: See note following RCW 15.58.070.

Terms Used In Washington Code 15.04.402

  • Department: means the department of agriculture. See Washington Code 15.04.010
  • Dependent: A person dependent for support upon another.