Are you a farmer or manager of an apple, cherry or pear fruit operation in Washington State? Are you interested in increasing legislature’s understanding of the challenges associated with the profitability and farming in Washington, highlight the true cost of agricultural production and communicate about how this relates to an operation’s viability? Help us increase understanding and communication by taking our survey.

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For more details, see WSDA’s Webpage at agr.wa.gov

About the survey

There are 40 questions. It is estimated that this survey will take 15 – 20 minutes. This survey asks questions about the time and expenses you incur which are associated with state-level regulations. Prior to beginning the survey, you are strongly encouraged to gather operation information regarding costs of and time spent associated with labor (employment taxes, worker benefits, overtime), workplace safety (trainings, heat, air quality, sanitation), chemical compliance (spray record, trainings, licensure), and climate-related activities. You will be asked to complete the survey once started – you cannot save responses and come back to them. We are doing this to limit personal information collection and protect your responses.

This study is a joint effort between WSDA and WSU IMPACT Center intended to improve understanding of the challenges and barriers facing Washington’s agricultural industry. The goal of this study is to illuminate opportunities where WSDA, stakeholders and policy makers can collaborate and strategically invest to benefit farmers, ranchers and business owners. Help us tell your story!