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Wednesday Named Taste Washington Day
Wednesday Named Taste Washington Day
Wednesday Named Taste Washington Day
Governor Jay Inslee has proclaimed October 2nd as Taste Washington Day.  Annette Slonim with the Washington State Department of Agriculture said historically, the event takes place the first Wednesday in October as a way to celebrate the foods grown in the Evergreen state and served in school lunchrooms.   “...
Taste Washington Events Announced
Taste Washington Events Announced
Taste Washington Events Announced
Ticket for the full slate of Taste Washington events go on sale Wednesday, January 11th at 12:00 p.m. PST.  Presented alongside Taste Washington’s iconic Seminar Series and Grand Tasting, which went on sale last month, is a robust line up of new and refreshed Signature Events taking place at venues throughout the greater Seattle area.  Taste Washing...
Wine Minute: Changes Coming For 2022
Wine Minute: Changes Coming For 2022
Wine Minute: Changes Coming For 2022
Heather Bradshaw with the Washington Wine Commission says consumers, growers and producers should expect some changes in the New Year. If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail gvaagen@cherrycreekmedia... Read More ...
Taste Washington Day Celebrates Farm To School Connection
Taste Washington Day Celebrates Farm To School Connection
Taste Washington Day Celebrates Farm To School Connection
Wednesday marks the 10th annual Taste Washington Day. And things will look different this year because of the coronavirus pandemic, but the Washington state Department of Agriculture says they will still use the day to highlight not only the great products grown in the state, but also the great relationships between the farming community and school districts ...
Taste Washington Canceled Over Coronavirus Fears
Taste Washington Canceled Over Coronavirus Fears
Taste Washington Canceled Over Coronavirus Fears
On Thursday, the Washington State Wine Commission announced the cancelation of Taste Washington. The four-day festival was scheduled for March 19th through the 22nd in Seattle. The downtown event has taken place every year since 1998. T ...
School Encouraged To Eat Local During Taste Washington Day
School Encouraged To Eat Local During Taste Washington Day
School Encouraged To Eat Local During Taste Washington Day
Wednesday marks the 9th year in a row the Washington state Department of Agriculture has teamed up with the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction and the Washington state Nutrition Association to host Taste Washington Day.  The October 2nd event encourages partnerships between local farmers and school districts to get Washington-grown products in the cafeteria.  ...
Taste Washington Reported Record Attendance
Taste Washington Reported Record Attendance
Taste Washington Reported Record Attendance
Last month’s Taste Washington was one for the record books.  Organization officials say a record-breaking 8,479 visitors attended the 22nd annual event in Seattle.  The four day event allowed visitors to sample food from a variety of chefs across the Emerald City, and taste wine from across the state.  The 2019 fest...
Taste Washington Tickets Go On Sale Wednesday
Taste Washington Tickets Go On Sale Wednesday
Taste Washington Tickets Go On Sale Wednesday
Taste Washington is returning in 2019.  The celebration that focuses on local food and wine takes place March 28th – 31st in Seattle.  With more than 235 wineries, 65 restaurants and some of the nation’s most-talented chefs, Taste Washington is considered by many the ultimate taste test.   To learn mor...
WSDA Requesting $6 Million To Help Address Trade Problems
WSDA Requesting $6 Million To Help Address Trade Problems
WSDA Requesting $6 Million To Help Address Trade Problems
The Washington State Department of Agriculture is looking at making a $6 million  appropriation request during the upcoming legislative session to help offset problems the farming community has suffered because of retaliatory tariffs.  It’s estimated that the three northwest states have suffered millions and millions in losses thanks to the trade war with China that’s been in place since this summ
March Washington Wine Month
March Washington Wine Month
March Washington Wine Month
March is Taste Washington Wine Month.  Heather Bradshaw with the Washington State Wine Commission said it’s a way for restaurants, wineries, hotels, retailers and others to offer special deals to raise excitement about the great wines Washington has to offer.   “...

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