Dealing with Disaster
The Department of Agriculture (GDA) works with state, federal and industry partners to support the safety and comfort of Georgia citizens, evacuees, and all livestock and companion animals.
Food Safety
The Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) works to make sure that Georgians have food that is safe to eat. Our Food Safety team has resources on keeping food safe. We publish a list of food recalls...
Laboratories
The Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) Labs support regulatory actions by testing seed, feed, fuel, fertilizer, food, dairy products and pesticides, and calibrating devices that measure weight...
Meat Inspection
The Meat Inspection program of the Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) governs and regulates the statutes on meat slaughter and processing plants to assure a safe, wholesome, and properly ...
Soil Amendments
The Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) regulates all soil amendments distributed within the State of Georgia. We make sure that businesses and home gardeners get products that comply with...
Plants and Soil
The Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) protects farmers and consumers. We make sure that seed, live plants, and fertilizer are sold by licensed dealers, and we regulate specialty fertilizers and...
Feral Hogs
Feral hogs are an invasive species causing millions of dollars in damages to agriculture. Federal, State, and local agencies are working together to manage this threat. The Georgia Department of...
Manure Handling / CAFO
The Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFO) program in Georgia regulates the disposal of manure and wastewater through land application systems from animal feeding operations across the state.
Bringing Animals into Georgia
The State Veterinarian's Office works to keep Georgia animals safe by making sure that animals brought into the state are healthy and have all required vaccinations.