Sen. Matt Boehnke, R-Kennewick, and staff, and Gov. Bob Ferguson/Credit: Washington State Senate OLYMPIA… Today the governor signed legislation introduced by Sen. Matt Boehnke to strengthen and safeguard Washington’s turf-seed industry. The agriculture bill lays the groundwork for a more transparent and reliable turf-seed market by promoting contract integrity, protecting...

Sen. Matt Boehnke, R-Kennewick/Credit: Washington State Senate OLYMPIA… Legislation sponsored by Sen. Matt Boehnke to support Washington’s turf-seed industry has passed both chambers of the Legislature and now heads to the governor’s desk for final consideration. Senate Bill 5074 would establish updated regulations for selling and distributing turf seed grass,...

Sen. Matt Boehnke, R-Kennewick/Credit: Washington State Senate OLYMPIA… The greenest of the pro-agriculture legislation introduced by Sen. Matt Boehnke at the Capitol this year, which has to do with Washington’s turf-seed industry, has moved another step forward in the state Legislature. Senate Bill 5074 is aimed at updating regulations about...

Sen. Boehnke rides in a tractor at the Farmer for a Day event Agriculture is the heartbeat of the Tri-Cities, fueling our economy and sustaining our communities. With deep roots as an agricultural hub, it is vital we acknowledge our local farmers’ incredible contributions daily. On August 14, I had...