Welcome to the Division of Dairy
Sanitary inspections and sampling are at the heart of the Dairy Division's functions that lead to a safe and wholesome supply of dairy products produced and processed in Ohio. The Dairy Division has regulatory oversight relative to milk producers, milk haulers and dairy processors. The regulations governing the dairy industry in Ohio meet or exceed those outlined by the FDA and USDA. In doing so, producers, haulers and processors are able to enter into interstate commerce with a wide variety of dairy products.
Use our Resources
Information about the department's various programs as well as forms, applications and fact sheets can all be found in the resources section.
Guidance on Milk Disposal
Ohio Department of Agriculture is receiving inquiries regarding dairy producers experiencing an excess of milk.
New Dairy Producer Topics
Interested in becoming a licensed dairy producer? These topics will help guide you along the way to becoming licensed.
COVID-19 Protocol for ODA Field Inspectors
The Ohio Department of Agriculture has established a protocol for all field inspectors to follow amid COVID-19 concerns, as they carry out critical inspections for the health and safety of all Ohioans.
Milk & Dairy Beef Drug Residue Prevention
This manual is provided as an attempt to educate producers on animal drugs and tests available to them. Producers must consult with a veterinarian before administering any drugs to animals!
Non-IMS Wash Stations
Non-IMS Wash Stations are locations that are not included on the IMS List, but are approved to wash all milk tankers, including tankers hauling Grade A milk.
Milk Hauler and Weigher, Sampler and Tester Video
This video shows the proper procedures to follow when a licensed Weigher, Sampler and Tester is picking up milk from a dairy farm.
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Veterinary practices must obtain an Ohio Board of Pharmacy Category 3 Terminal Distributor of Dangerous Drugs license by June 30, 2023.
Governor DeWine, Lt. Governor Husted Address Ohio Fairs, Honor Local Outstanding Fair Supporters
Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted, and Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) Interim Director Tracy Intihar addressed delegates from Ohio's 94 county and independent fairs at the 98th Ohio Fair Managers Association annual convention
2023 Ohio Fairs Schedule Now Available
The Paulding County Fair will kick off the 2023 fair season on June 12, and the season will wrap up on October 14 with the Fairfield County Fair.
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