Department of Agriculture

Our vision is to be a trusted public service for an increasingly diverse and vibrant agriculture industry and all those we work to protect. We aim to always be mindful of the innumerable ways society relies on agriculture and its products, and of agriculture's intersection with the most important issues of our time. We strive to act intentionally to ensure agriculture is inclusive and equitable to all, and to inspire future generations of leaders for the industry.  

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Overview

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture exists to ensure a vibrant economy, a successful future for Pennsylvania agriculture, and to safeguard the public through:  

  • Targeted investments to grow opportunities and remove barriers;
  • Protecting human, animal, environmental, and plant health through regulatory oversight; 
  • Promotion of and education about Pennsylvania’s agriculture products and sectors;
  • Conserving farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of Pennsylvania

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