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.
Spotlight
Yellow-Legged Hornets
Learn more about yellow-legged hornets in Georgia or report a sighting.
GATE Program
The 2024 GATE season is now open!
Apply for a new 2024 - 2026 GATE card or renew an expiring card here.
2024 Hemp Program Updates
The 2024 hemp renewal window is open. Submit annual reports and renew here.
Avian Influenza
IMPORTANT! Learn how to protect your flocks from Avian Influenza. GDA's Avian Influenza page has resources, current news, and other information about this disease.
Recalls and Alerts
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Wine Country Gift Baskets
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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