Revised Code of Washington

Wash. Rev. Code § 15.04.400 (2026)

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The history, economy, culture, and the future of Washington state to a large degree all involve agriculture, which is vital to the economic well-being of the state. The legislature finds that farmers and ranchers are responsible stewards of the land, but are increasingly subjected to complaints and unwarranted restrictions that encourage, and even force, the premature removal of lands from agricultural uses.

The legislature further finds that it is now in the overriding public interest that support for agriculture be clearly expressed and that adequate protection be given to agricultural lands, uses, activities, and operations.

The legislature further finds that the department of agriculture has a duty to promote and protect agriculture and its dependent rural community in Washington state however, the duty shall not be construed as to diminish the responsibility of the department to fully carry out its assigned regulatory responsibilities to protect the public health and welfare.

[ 1994 c 46 s 9; 1991 c 280 s 1.]

Notes:

Effective date—1994 c 46: See note following RCW 15.58.070.

Notes of Decisions

Cited in 2 cases, 2006–2006 · leading case: Yakima Cnty. v. Evans, 143 P.3d 891 (Wash. Ct. App. 2006).

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Yakima Cnty. v. Evans, 143 P.3d 891 (Wash. Ct. App. 2006). “RCW 15.04.400. They point out that this policy is also contained in Yakima County Code 15.”

Yakima Cnty. v. Evans, 135 Wash. App. 212 (Wash. Ct. App. 2006). “RCW 15.04.400. They point out that this policy is also contained in Yakima County Code 15.”

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