About the Georgia Department of Agriculture
The Georgia Department of Agriculture administers a variety of programs which all have a primary goal - to maintain the state's viable farm industry and protect the consuming public. Our focus...
Paraquat Training
RequirementsAs required by EPA's Paraquat Dichloride Human Health Mitigation Decision and amended paraquat dichloride (a.k.a. paraquat) product labels, certified applicators must successfully complete...
Integrated Pest Management for Georgia Schools and Child Care Facilities
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is a philosophy of pest management that focuses on preventing, reducing, or eliminating pest problems while using reduced-risk pest management methods.Successful IPM...
Classified Ads Guidelines
General GuidelinesLegal Requirements: Any item for sale or service offered in a classified notice must conform to all applicable laws and regulations regarding sale and movement. The Editor may...
Spotted Lanternfly
Report suspected Spotted Lanternfly (Photo by Rebekah D. Wallace, University of Georgia, Bugwood.org) The spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula or SLF) is...
Food Safety Complaints
Making a ComplaintDo 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...
Animal Shelter Licenses
Program AreaGDA’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 IfYour...
Equine Stable Licenses
Program Area GDA’s Equine program manages Equine Stable licenses. For more details, including a full list of regulations, see the Equine/Horses program page. You Need this License If Stables are...