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Georgia Department of Agriculture

The Georgia Department of Agriculture was established in 1874. We are the oldest state department of agriculture in the United States. Tyler Harper is the current Commissioner.

The Georgia Department of Agriculture helps farmers, consumers, and businesses. We regulate animals, food, fuel, plants, soil, and pesticides produced or sold within the State of Georgia.

Georgia Department of Agriculture

The Georgia Department of Agriculture was established in 1874. We are the oldest state department of agriculture in the United States. Tyler Harper is the current Commissioner.

The Georgia Department of Agriculture helps farmers, consumers, and businesses. We regulate animals, food, fuel, plants, soil, and pesticides produced or sold within the State of Georgia.

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Yellow-Legged Hornets

Learn more about yellow-legged hornets in Georgia or report a sighting.

Ag curriculum grows at Georgia's elementary schools

Agricultural education at the elementary school level is coming into its own in Georgia after a pilot program established the curriculum, which is the first of its kind in the United States...

GATE Program

The 2023 GATE season is open.

Apply for a new 2023 - 2025 GATE card here.

Hurricane Response: Idalia

The Georgia Department of Agriculture is working with state, federal, and industry partners to promote the safety of citizens, evacuees, livestock, and companion animals.

Recalls and Alerts

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Sheng Kee of California, Inc.

Sheng Kee of California, Inc.is voluntarily recalling varieties of Mooncake Gift Boxes for customers...

Custom Made Meals, LLC

Custom Made Meals, LLC, a Denver, Col. establishment, is recalling approximately 1,345 pounds of...

Life Raft Treats

Life Raft Treats is recalling their Not Fried Chicken 64 oz bucket, Not Fried Chicken 2.5 oz bar UPC...

Industry News

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Agriculture Educators of the Week - James Hale & Clay Brown

1. Where do you teach? James Hale & Clay Brown: We teach at Rabun County High School in Tiger,...

Agriculture Educator of the Week - April Davis

1. Where do you teach? Commerce Middle School 2. What grades do you teach? 6th, 7th, & 8th 3...

Agriculture Educator of the Week - Robbie Wilkes

1. Where do you teach? I teach at Northwest Laurens Elementary School in Dudley, GA. 2. What...

GDA Notice of Non-Discrimination

Non-Employee Discrimination Complaints: The Georgia Department of Agriculture does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, age or sex in the administration of its programs or activities. To learn more, or file a complaint, visit our Title VI page. If you need translation assistance to communicate with the Georgia Department of Agriculture, please call (866) 243-3193.

Comunicado Contra la Discriminacion

Quejas por discriminación contra quienes no son empleados: El Departamento de Agricultura de Georgia no discrimina por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, discapacidad, edad o sexo en la administración de sus programas o actividades. Para obtener más información o para presentar unaqueja, visite nuestra página del Título VI. Para asistencia en español: (866) 243-3193.

 

Designees for Service of Process for Civil Actions:
Ashley Short, General Counsel
Garrett Hollis, Attorney
Arlene Wilkinson, Attorney

Office Address for Service of Process for Civil Actions:
19 Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive S.W.
Atlanta, Georgia 30334