Welcome to the Ohio Department of Agriculture's website. The agency fulfills several important roles for Ohioans including supporting agriculture, protecting consumers, safeguarding plants and animals, and conserving natural resources.
We hope you find our new site easy to navigate. If you can't find what you're looking for, please contact us and someone will help you find what you need.
Meet Our Divisions
Founded in 1846 as the Ohio Board of Agriculture, the Department of Agriculture is one of the oldest executive-level agencies in Ohio. Food and agriculture employs one in eight Ohioans and accounts for more than $124 billion in annual investment - demonstrating the critical importance of the industry and the agency to the state.
Scroll through each of our divisions below, or find a list here.
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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.
ODA Division Shipping Addresses
Use this resource to find the correct address if shipping an item to a specific division within ODA.
Migrant & Seasonal Worker Toolkit
A variety of COVID-19 safety resources for migrant and seasonal workers and operators.
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.
Guidance on Milk Disposal
Ohio Department of Agriculture is receiving inquiries regarding dairy producers experiencing an excess of milk.
COVID-19 USDA Federal Rural Resource Guide
USDA and its Federal partners have programs that can be used to provide immediate and long-term assistance to rural communities affected by the COVID-19 outbreak.
Ohio Proud Kitchen at the Ohio State Fair
Join us at 11 am and 3 pm each day in the Taste of Ohio Cafe during the Ohio State Fair for Ohio Proud kitchen cooking demonstrations.
Gypsy Moth Program
The Ohio Department of Agriculture conducts aerial treatments for the invasive Gypsy Moth in the spring and early summer. Visit our page for more information.
New Ride Safety Portal for Ride Owners
This new web portal allows ride owners to easily schedule inspections, pay for permits & more easily fill out required documents in one spot.
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