Egg inspections fall short in WA

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  Washington’s Department of Agriculture failed to complete hundreds of required inspections at egg production and packing facilities“Washington’s Department of Agriculture did not complete hundreds of mandated inspections at egg production and packing plants for the past two years, posing health risks to consumers, according to a new state audit.”
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  The failure to complete inspections occurred over the past two years“Washington’s Department of Agriculture did not complete hundreds of mandated inspections at egg production and packing plants for the past two years, posing health risks to consumers, according to a new state audit.”
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  A state audit identified a gap in oversight“Washington’s Department of Agriculture did not complete hundreds of mandated inspections at egg production and packing plants for the past two years, posing health risks to consumers, according to a new state audit.”
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  The gap in oversight could increase health risks for consumers who rely on properly inspected egg productsNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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  State leaders have not yet announced specific plans to address the inspection backlogNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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  The audit was released on August 1, 2026No usable supporting receipt — unverified.