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Official State Soil: Tokul
July 18th

Tokul soils are among the most productive soils in the world. They support forests of Douglas fir and other coniferous trees-the inspiration for Washington's nickname, the Evergreen State.

Washington State is covered with soils that started as volcanic ash. They are used to grow crops and timber, to graze livestock, and for various recreational pursuits. Tokul soils help keep the water clean that people elsewhere depend upon.