How the Rainshadow Effects Washington's Economy

Rainfall in Washington ranges between 5 inches and 150 inches which is ideal for farming. According to Dale A. Lambert, the rain shadow creates rain which helps vegetation grow. According to the Encyclopaedia Britannica, Washington farmers grow wheat, apples and potatoes. Washington is also rich in forest resources. People can harvest these trees and produce lumber and wood products to sell, and at the same time, replant more trees to replace the ones that have been cut down. By selling the wheat, apples, and potatoes, farmers will get the money by the sale and continue to grow their crops and make a profit. Lumber companies will also make money selling their wood products. All these different vegetation help generate a rich Washington economy.

According to American Automobile Association, Washington has beautiful parks and nature reserves that people like to visit. This is also from the rain shadow effect that makes Washington a beautiful, lush, and green state also known as the "Evergreen State". People like to visit Washington and enjoy these parks and therefore help the economy by spending money on these attractions.