Sunflower broomrape (Orobanche cumana) was detected in Washington State in 2025. Learn more about this parasitic weed, how to identify it, and how to report suspected sightings of this pest.

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Studying tree rings helped scientists pinpoint when Mount Rainier last sent a lahar down its steep slopes, which could help planners anticipate future mudflows.

The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) and the Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) have issued a recall of Signature Pet Care Songbird Blend Wild Bird Food 7 LB, sold at Albertsons, ...

he Washington State Department of Agriculture’s (WSDA) Plant Services Program has updated the state’s Noxious Weed Seed and Plant Quarantine to include several new plant species.

WSDA added the English and Atlantic varieties of ivy to its list of plants banned from sale. Here’s how to identify and remove the vines.

City staff have been asked to start drafting a bylaw prohibiting the sale of some common flowers and vines that are on the hit list of the Invasive Species Council of B.C.

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Follow Meta's fact-checking changes, Bluesky is creating Flashes, a photo sharing app that could potentially replace Instagram for many.

Popular West Seattle diner and tchotchke paradise Luna Park Cafe had their malt mixer impounded today as they are currently under investigation for running an illegal Fonzi scheme.”Luna Park …

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