Established in 1877, the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) promotes the economic growth and development of Virginia agriculture, provides consumer protection and encourages environmental stewardship.

The agency is headquartered in Richmond and has several field offices, four regional diagnostic animal health laboratories and a global network of representatives promoting Virginia products internationally.

VDACS is Organized into Five Units:

• Commissioner's Office
• Division of Animal & Food Industry Services
• Division of Commodity Services
• Division of Consumer Protection
• Division of Marketing & Development

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