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
GATE Program
The 2023 GATE season is open. You can apply for a new 2023 - 2025 GATE card or renew a GATE card that is about to expire.
Georgia Hemp Program
Learn about the Hemp program in Georgia.
Apply or renew for 2023 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.
Careers in Agriculture
It is an exciting time to work at the Georgia Department of Agriculture. The GDA offers a wide range of career opportunities.
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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