Government by the people seems to be alive and well in the agricultural community. And unless you’re a member of an organization with a lobbyist or a strong volunteer advocacy committee, you may not fully recognize the behind-the-scenes work done on your behalf. Our Washington State legislature convenes every January, and prior to that opening, businesses and nonprofit groups statewide establish priorities against not only their needs, and wants, but against political realities. A basic reality this year, in a session that is to be only 60 days—presumably adjourning March 11—is the state budget. But first, let’s get a lay […]