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With around 1.8 million acres of irrigated land in Washington, there’s a growing need for knowledgeable professionals who can help farmers, cities, and communities use water wisely. Many landowners and municipalities don’t have easy access to technical assistance to plan, install, and manage efficient irrigation systems. To help meet that need, the Columbia Basin Conservation District (CBCD) hosted a three-day Irrigation Water Management (IWM) Training on May 13–15, 2025.

The 2025 Moses Lake Carp Classic proved once again that a little wind and rain can’t dampen Eastern Washington’s competitive spirit. Held at Connelly Park in Moses Lake on May 17th, there was a great turnout of 27 boats and 73 participants, ready to take on the elements and each other. By the end of the day, participants had removed 351 carp, totaling an incredible 3,400 pounds of invasive fish removed from Moses Lake.

Join us on May 30th at the Royal Dairy Farm in Royal City for an exclusive tour of our Regenerative Farms—including The Kitchen, Worm Farm, and Soil Center. Discover innovative localized weather and emissions sensing technologies, developed by Washington State and Cornell University, that support climate-smart dairy farming. This free event is a great opportunity to see sustainability and scientific advancements in action!

The 2025 Moses Lake Carp Classic returns this Saturday, May 17th, at Connelly Park in Moses Lake. This annual bowfishing tournament is more than just a competition — it’s a community-powered conservation effort.