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New WSDA Application Forms
New versions of:
...are available on the agency website. If you will be submitting new pet food or specialty pet food products for registration or applying for a new commercial feed license, please be sure to download the new version as there are new required fields to be completed. These forms include the FEI number and the UBI number.
Also, be on the lookout for the new Labeling Guide for Pet Food and Specialty Pet Food, which will be out in the coming months!
If you have any questions concerning pet food or specialty pet food registration, or need additional assistance please contact us at petfood@agr.wa.gov or 360-902-1844.
If you have questions concerning commercial feed, please contact us at feedreg@agr.wa.gov or 360-902-1942.
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Impact Washington Survey for Manufacturers
Impact Washington partners closely with manufacturers to deliver practical solutions that drive long-term success. The WA Manufacturer’s Survey is your opportunity to shape the support and services we provide, ensuring we address the real-world challenges manufacturers face.
This short survey helps Impact WA better understand your needs and align programs and resources to support your growth, workforce and operations.
If you've already completed the Manufacturer's survey, thank you! If not, now is a great time to do so.
The new Scientific Review of Ingredient Submissions (SRIS) program, a joint collaboration between The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) and Kansas State University Olathe Innovation Campus (K-State Olathe), is seeking qualified candidates to be part of the expert panel for scientific reviews. Qualified candidates with a background in animal nutrition and other sciences are invited to apply here.
The scientific review panels will be comprised of subject matter experts from universities and independent consultants from across the U.S. to ensure a diverse knowledge base across various animal species and disciplines. Each panel will conduct a rigorous scientific review of the proposed GRAS, or Generally Recognized as Safe, conclusion to determine the substance's safety before making a recommendation to AAFCO membership for final approval. Approved ingredients will then be added to AAFCO's Official Publication, recognized as the most comprehensive list of approved feed ingredients worldwide by state and international regulatory agencies as well as the animal food industry.
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Welcome to the Animal Feed Program Newsletter
A monthly newsletter with quick news, information, and tips for the animal food industry in Washington State and beyond..
In This Issue
 Acronyms & abbreviations found in this issue
AAFCO: Association of American Feed Control Officials
AFP: Animal Feed Program
CFI: Common Food Index
CFR: Code of Federal Regulations
CGMP: Current Good Manufacturing Practices
FDA: U.S. Food and Drug Administration
FEI: FDA Establishment Identifier
FSMA: Food Safety Modernization Act
FSPCA: Food Safety and Preventive Controls Alliance
GAPs: Good Agricultural Practices
GRAS: Generally Recognized as Safe
HPAI: Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza
PCQI: Preventive Controls Qualified Individual
PFML: Pet Food Label Modernization
SRIS: Scientific Review of Ingredient Submissions
UBI: Unified Business Identifier
WSDA: Washington State Department of Agriculture
WSU: Washington State University.
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If there are any contact information changes for who should receive renewal notifications at your company, please contact the department to update (see department contact information below).
- Please check your emails, and if you do not see your renewal applications and/or reports received by next week, please check your Junk/Spam folder.
- Renewals for registrations that expire June 30th of this year were sent early May.
- Not sure if you should expect a renewals? The expiration can be checked on your pet food certificate issued by the department.
- Complete renewals are due in the office by July 1st of this year. This includes application, fees, and labels.
- Renewals for licenses will be sent this week.
- Complete renewals are due in the office by July 1st of this year. This includes application and fee. Livestock+ feed labels may be requested periodically.
- Update contact information for license renewals or ask a question by emailing feedreg@agr.wa.gov.
- Reports for inspection fees (tonnage) will be sent this week.
- Complete reports and fees (if applicable) are due in the office by July 31st of this year.
- Update contact information for inspection fee reporting or ask a question by emailing feedreg@agr.wa.gov.
- As a refresher for renewals and reporting or if you were not able to attend the recent webinar the department hosted on April 21, 2025, you can view the presentation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7W4lVwB6wls
- We want to provide the best customer service and streamline the renewal process as much as possible. You can help us by providing feedback or suggestions here: https://forms.office.com/g/hKujKGhr6M
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PFLM Resources for Manufacturers
Newly created tools for small manufacturers are now available to provide in-depth information assisting with Pet Food Label Modernization (PFLM). The following guidance documents can be found on the AAFCO website, aafco.org/pflm page under ‘Resources’.
The Nutrition Facts Calculator has also been updated to provide more information regarding the creation and calculation of the nutrition facts for your label. It provides instructions on how to use the calculator, the information you need to create the nutrition facts, and will also calculate averages, standard deviation, and other calculations needed in the nutrition facts once you enter the required guarantees from your lab analysis. It will provide an example Nutrition Facts box for you as well, based on the information you entered. In-depth guidance on how to use the calculator will be available soon.
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Educational Opportunities |
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June 25-27, 2025
Virtual Course
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This course, developed by the FSPCA, is the standardized curriculum recognized by FDA; successfully completing this course is one way to meet the requirements for a Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) under Title 21 of the Code of Federal Regulations Part 507 (21 CFR 507).
Event Information and Registration
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July 8, 9, or 11, 2025
In-Person Course
Puyallup, WA
Snohomish, WA
Elma, WA
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Seafood Processing Food Safety Training - WSU Extension
This training is for very small to small scale seafood processors will cover the topics of:
i) Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMPs),
ii) Basic Cleaning and Sanitation,
iii) Best Practices for Safe Handling and Processing of Seafood,
iv) Case studies.
Event Information and Registration
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July 22-23, 2025
Virtual Training
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Virtual Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training - WSU Extension
Who Should Attend Fruit and vegetable growers and others interested in learning about produce safety, the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Produce Safety Rule, Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs), and co-management of natural resources and food safety.
Visit theevent pagefor registration and pricing.
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August 4-7, 2025
In-Person Meeting
Omaha, NE
August 6-7, 2025
In-Person or Virtual Workshop
Omaha, NE
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AAFCO Annual Meeting - Aug. 4-6
Registration is now open for AAFCO's 2025 Annual Meeting, taking place August 4-6 in Omaha, Nebraska.
This year's Annual Meeting will include networking, speakers, state and industry-relevant updates, and a two-day Pet Food Labeling Workshop. Visit the event page for registration details, pricing, and more
AAFCO Pet Food Labeling Workshop - Aug, 6-7
Join AAFCO for a 1.5 day Pet Food Labeling workshop presented by industry and regulatory experts.
Attendees will learn about current and new pet and specialty pet food labeling, ingredients, claims, common misconceptions, and more.
Event Information and Registration
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Aug. 26-28, 2025
In-Person Course
Pullman, WA
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Extrusion Processing Short Course - Pulse Ingredients and Applications - WSU Extension
This introductory course will provide information about the extrusion processing systems, extruder parts, basic heat and mass transfer, extruder screws and dies, food ingredient functionality and food product development with extrusion. The course will provide practical examples of product development with extrusion using ingredients.
An overview of the various pulses, ingredients derived from them, their functionalities, processing, and product development will be discussed.
Event Information and Registration
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Feed For Thought
the monthly installment of tidbits and did you knows
Did you know WSDA has many publications translated into multiple languages?
WSDA's webpages have a plethora of publications and resources available to anyone, and many translated into Spanish and Chinese. You can review all publications from the Publications Page.
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Animal Feed Program Mission: We regulate the production and distribution of animal food to ensure its safety and integrity, in order to protect animal and public health and to ensure market fairness. |
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