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Divisions
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Division
of Regulatory Services
Bureau
of Farm Products and Plant Industries ensures the quality of farm inputs such as fertilizer, animal feed, and seeds. The bureau also inspects consumer products such as plants, fruits, and vegetables. The nursery inspection program prevents and minimizes impacts of pests entering the state via imported produce and plants. The quality of farm exports is monitored in conjunction with the USDA's grading program.
Pesticide
Bureau protects public health and the environment by licensing individuals who
apply pesticides. The bureau protects the public drinking water supply,
provides guidelines for the mixing, loading, storage, and disposal of pesticides
and registers chemicals used in the Commonwealth. |
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