Georgia Department of Agriculture

@GaDeptAg

The official twitter for the Georgia Department of Agriculture. The GDA is the regulatory agency for Georgia's No. 1 industry. #GaDeptAg

Georgia, USA

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GeorgiaGrown@GeorgiaGrown · Jul 25

On Saturday, August 23rd, the Georgia Foundation for Agriculture is hosting it’s annual “Picnic on the Farm” from 1–4 PM at Mercier Orchards. This is a great farm-to-table event with live music, local shopping, & fun activities! Get tickets: bit.ly/4n6rUJt

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Georgia Department of Agriculture@GaDeptAg · 1 h

With extreme heat expected in Georgia throughout this week, please take steps to protect pets and livestock. • Provide shade • Ensure access to fresh water • Limit outdoor activity during peak heat hours More info: bit.ly/3TXGMN1

GaDeptAg's tweet image. With extreme heat expected in Georgia throughout this week, please take steps to protect pets and livestock.

• Provide shade
• Ensure access to fresh water
• Limit outdoor activity during peak heat hours

More info: bit.ly/3TXGMN1

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Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper@AgCommHarperGA · Jul 25

With more extremely hot weather expected over the weekend and into next week, ample water and shade will be essential to protect our pets and livestock from heat stress. We're encouraging all Georgians to take steps to keep their pets and livestock safe and healthy over the…

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NWS Atlanta@NWSAtlanta · Jul 25

Dangerous heat will develop in Georgia by early next week. The most oppressive heat and humidity of the year thus far can be expected. Precautions should be taking to protect yourself, your family and you pets from the heat. #gawx

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Georgia Department of Agriculture@GaDeptAg · Jul 25

Back to School is almost here—and we want to give a big shoutout to Georgia’s incredible ag educators! Thank you for inspiring the next generation and growing the future of our state’s #1 industry. #Georgia #AgEducation #Agriculture #Students #backtoschool #GeorgiaGrown #Farm

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Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper@AgCommHarperGA · Jul 24

Georgia farmers with eligible losses from Hurricane Helene can now apply for $16 billion in federal relief through the Supplemental Disaster Relief Program. Contact your local FSA office or visit fsa.usda.gov for more information and application details.

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GeorgiaGrown@GeorgiaGrown · Jul 24

Georgia Grown Members! Want to showcase your products at national trade shows? The @GaDeptAg's Domestic Marketing Program can help get you there! 🗓️ Apply by Sept. 1 to be considered. 📧 Questions? Contact [email protected] 📋 Apply now: bit.ly/2026DMP

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Georgia Department of Agriculture@GaDeptAg · Jul 24

PPD is looking for help with Yellow-legged Hornet eradication efforts. This is a great opportunity for college students wanting hands-on experience! Some of What You'll Do: ✅ Deploy traps ✅ Record trap data ✅ Check traps ✅ Replace bait Apply now ➡️ bit.ly/4f1RhII.

GaDeptAg's tweet image. PPD is looking for help with Yellow-legged Hornet eradication efforts. This is a great opportunity for college students wanting hands-on experience!

Some of What You'll Do:
✅ Deploy traps
✅ Record trap data
✅ Check traps
✅ Replace bait

Apply now ➡️ bit.ly/4f1RhII.

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Georgia Department of Agriculture@GaDeptAg · Jul 23

Georgia farmers: If you suffered losses from Hurricane Helene, help is available. You can now apply for assistance through @USDA’s Supplemental Disaster Relief Program. 📞 Contact your local FSA office or visit fsa.usda.gov for details.

GaDeptAg's tweet image. Georgia farmers: If you suffered losses from Hurricane Helene, help is available. You can now apply for assistance through @USDA’s Supplemental Disaster Relief Program.

📞 Contact your local FSA office or visit fsa.usda.gov for details.

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House Committee on Agriculture@HouseAgGOP · Jul 23

New data from @USDA shines a light on the damaging economic impacts of California's Proposition 12: 🥓Pork prices are increasing 📉12% of small pork operations have exitedf the market 🍽️ Low-income households in California have reduced pork purchases by 22%

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Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper@AgCommHarperGA · Jul 23

CONSUMER ALERT: Paleteria La Providencia has issued a voluntary recall on Coffee, Coconut, and Cookies & Cream flavored ice cream bars.

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Georgia Department of Agriculture@GaDeptAg · Jul 23

A big thank you to our friends at @GeorgiaEMAHS for hosting our summer interns at the State Operations Center last week! It was a great opportunity for them to see firsthand how we work together with state and federal partners to keep Georgians safe during major events.

GaDeptAg's tweet image. A big thank you to our friends at @GeorgiaEMAHS for hosting our summer interns at the State Operations Center last week!

It was a great opportunity for them to see firsthand how we work together with state and federal partners to keep Georgians safe during major events.

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GeorgiaGrown@GeorgiaGrown · Jul 23

REMINDER | The deadline is fast approaching for ad placement in the 2025-2026 issue of the Georgia Grown Magazine - get your ads in by July 31st! This is a paid advertising opportunity for #GeorgiaGrown members.

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Dept. of Agriculture@USDA · Jul 22

Spotted Lanternflies might look cool, but these invasive pests are a serious threat to our trees and crops. If you spot one, squash it immediately! Every kill helps protect our environment. Let's work together to stop them from spreading! Learn more 👉 aphis.usda.gov/plant-pests-di…

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Georgia Department of Agriculture@GaDeptAg · Jul 22

Have you signed up for the Yellow-legged Ledger yet? Our latest issue drops later this week—don’t miss out! Subscribe: gdaforms.wufoo.com/forms/yellowle…

Georgia Department of Agriculture@GaDeptAg · Jul 22

As Director of Business Development, Sarah Cook helps GA companies grow across the U.S. & globally through trade shows & SUSTA missions. The best part of her job is “being able to see products from companies I have worked with "in the wild.” Thanks for your dedication, Sarah!

GaDeptAg's tweet image. As Director of Business Development, Sarah Cook helps GA companies grow across the U.S. &amp; globally through trade shows &amp; SUSTA missions. The best part of her job is “being able to see products from companies I have worked with "in the wild.” Thanks for your dedication, Sarah!

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Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper@AgCommHarperGA · Jul 18

Always proud to see our @gadeptAg employees' service to our state highlighted in their hometown paper! Great story in the Jones County News about our Law Enforcement & Emergency Management Deputy Director Bruce Stanford and his 40 years of service to Georgia.…

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Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper@AgCommHarperGA · Jul 8

Proud to join @SecRollins, @SecDef, @Sec_Noem, @AGPamBondi, @TeamPillen, and many others in DC this morning as they unveiled USDA’s National Farm Security Action Plan to address urgent threats from foreign adversaries like China. The Trump Admin knows that protecting America’s…

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Georgia Department of Agriculture@GaDeptAg · Jul 18

Georgia farmers can now apply for assistance for eligible losses suffered during Hurricane Helene through @USDA's Supplemental Disaster Relief Program. Call your local FSA Office or visit fsa.usda.gov for more details.

GaDeptAg's tweet image. Georgia farmers can now apply for assistance for eligible losses suffered during Hurricane Helene through @USDA's Supplemental Disaster Relief Program. Call your local FSA Office or visit fsa.usda.gov for more details.

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