Animal Complaints
Thank you for notifying the GDA about your concerns. We value the health and welfare of all animals, and we aim to resolve problems as quickly as possible. You must identify yourself in the complaint...
Reportable Animal Diseases
Cases of many specific animal diseases must be reported to the proper authorities, as defined by State law (O.C.G.A. § 4-4-6). These are known as "Reportable Animal Diseases" (RADS). The timeframe for...
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.There is something for everyone at the GDA. Jobs range through field...
RADS Listing
This is a full list of all Reportable Animal Diseases and the turnaround time for reporting them. You can report using the form linked at the bottom of this page. Section 1: Report...
Covered and Non-Covered Produce
The Produce Safety Act covers raw agricultural commodities. A raw agricultural commodity (RAC) is any food in its raw or natural state, including all fruits that are washed, colored, or otherwise...
Avian Influenza
Avian influenza is a viral disease of poultry. It can be of low pathogenicity (LPAI), causing mild disease, or of high pathogenicity (HPAI), causing severe disease and death. Waterfowl and other wild...
Update your GATE Information or Reorder a Card
2024If you have received your 2024 card and need to change the information on the card, you can login to update your information and order a replacement copy of the card at a cost of $30.  ...
GDA History
Commissioner Gary Ward Black Sr.Term: 2011 - 2023Gary W. Black served as the 16th Commissioner of Agriculture in Georgia's history. Commissioner Black has served in various leadership positions...
Commissioner Gary Ward Black Sr., 2011 - 2023
Gary W. Black served as the 16th Commissioner of Agriculture in Georgia's history. Commissioner Black has served in various leadership positions during his 40-year career in Georgia agriculture...