Animal Shelter Licenses
Program Area GDA’s Companion Animals program manages Animal Shelter licenses. For more details, including a full list of regulations, see the Companion Animal program page. You Need this License If ...
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...
Secure & Verifiable Documents
The Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) is required by law to verify citizenship/immigration status for the public benefits we issue. These public benefits include licenses, certifications,...
Bird Dealer Licenses
Program Area GDA’s Companion Animals program manages Bird Dealer licenses. For more details, including a full list of regulations, see the Companion Animal program page. You Need this License...
Financial Resources for Farmers and Agribusinesses
State and Federal grants are not for those looking to begin, save, maintain, or expand a business. These grants have strict eligibility, application, selection and reporting requirements. They won't...
Food Safety Complaints
Making a Complaint Do you have a complaint concerning a facility regulated by the GDA Food Safety Division? Call or email our headquarters at the number shown below, or contact the District Office...
Opening a New Meat Processing Plant
Opening and operating a licensed meat facility can be expensive and challenging. Meat is one of the most intensely regulated food products in the country. The Georgia Meat Inspection Section ...