Hemp Grower Licenses
NOTE: The system used to perform background checks requires fingerprinting take place at one of the approved locations in Georgia. If you do not follow the exact instructions provided by GDA,...
Emergency Assistance Programs for Georgians Impacted by Hurricane Helene
Georgia farmers and landowners impacted by the devastating effects of Hurricane Helene can access crucial relief through the SAFETY 24 loan program, the Weathered But Strong relief grant, and Georgia...
Application for Brand
Any person owning livestock can register a brand by applying to the Commissioner of Agriculture for a certificate of registration. Brand registration is not required in the state of Georgia; however...
SPC Commission Members
Chris Gorecki (Chairman) was appointed to the Structural Pest Control Commission in 2008 and has been serving as chairman since 2012. He is a graduate of Kilgore Jr. College in Kilgore, Texas. Mr...
Egg Candling Certification
Georgians who want to produce and offer for sale shell eggs must obtain an egg candling certificate in order to sell their eggs at retail to the end consumer. Each person who will act as a candler of...
Internship FAQs
See the Internship Opportunities page for a program calendar and a link to apply.
Structural Pest Control Commission (SPCC)
The Georgia Structural Pest Control Commission serves the public and the pest management industry byAdvising the Georgia Department of Agriculture about enforcementDisseminating and explaining the...
Structural Pest Instructors & Training Providers
Recertification Training RequirementsAll recertification training courses must be approved by the Georgia Structural Pest Control Commission (SPCC) for each calendar year. You must receive approval...
Authorizing Persons to Obtain Animals on behalf of Licensed Animal Shelters/Rescues
Anyone or any group that obtains Animals from a licensed Animal Shelter/Rescue with the intent of re-homing the animal is required to apply for and obtain an "Animal Shelter License" from the...