The GDA works with Georgia's businesses and animal owners to make sure that agriculture-related animals are kept safely and humanely. We work to prevent the spread of animal diseases.
Established in 1874, the Georgia Department of Agriculture is the oldest state department of agriculture in the United States. The Department is currently led by Commissioner Tyler J Harper, a 7th...
The Georgia Department of Agriculture's (GDA) Equine Program regulates equine stables within the State. We ensure that animals are treated humanely and have good living conditions.
The Georgia Department of Agriculture regulates the growing, processing, manufacturing, and sale of industrial and consumable hemp in the State of Georgia.
Even before HPAI was identified in Georgia, we had a plan for how we would control and eliminate the disease if it ever came to our state. We are now putting this plan into action, but we are not...
Online PaymentsWe accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and ACH transfer (e-checks).Once payment is processed, a coordinator will email or mail you confirmation and the license. Please make sure your...
Any person owning livestock can register a brand by applying to the Commissioner of Agriculture for a certificate of registration. Brand registration and inspection are not required in the state of...