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Located in the glacial valleys of Stevens County, the Hagen Cattle and Hay Ranch has long been a cornerstone of agriculture and community. Specializing in registered Black Angus and polled Hereford cattle, the Hagen family has built a legacy around quality genetics for cross-breeding and responsible land management.
Their stewardship extends beyond the ranch fence lines. Working in partnership with the Stevens County Conservation District (SCCD), the Hagens have engaged with the Voluntary Stewardship Program (VSP) and Floodplains by Design grant program to explore ways to enhance floodplain function, manage runoff, and protect water quality while maintaining a thriving livestock and hay operation.
The ranch also manages a manure storage facility built in 2008, supporting a nutrient recycling system that naturally fertilizes their hay fields, an approach that benefits soil health and reduces nutrient loss.
As both a producer and community leader, Pauline Hagen, who serves as a Board Supervisor for SCCD, plays a vital role in advancing local conservation efforts and connecting producers to voluntary programs that work for agriculture.
Through their practices and partnerships, the Hagen family continues to demonstrate that responsible land management and agricultural productivity can grow together in Stevens County.
Wildfire resilience work on Jackson Ranch near Nespelem, Washington was put to the test when the July 2026 Kaiser Canyon Fire swept through.
With support from the Riparian Plant Propagation Program, large-scale native plant production is underway through a partnership with Puget Sound Plants, enabling the cultivation and statewide distribution of more than 30,000 riparian plants. This high-volume nursery system strengthens Washington’s restoration supply chain and ensures consistent access to locally grown native material.
Grays Harbor Conservation District maintains tens of thousands of native plants annually at a partner-operated holding site, using gravel beds and nursery infrastructure to support healthy plant growth and regional riparian restoration. Through project support and community distribution, the district helps meet evolving restoration needs across the region.
