The mission of the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is to safeguard the public and support Florida's agricultural economy by:

  • Ensuring the safety and wholesomeness of food and other consumer products through inspection and testing programs;
  • Protecting consumers from unfair and deceptive business practices and providing consumer information;
  • Assisting Florida's farmers and agricultural industries with the production and promotion of agricultural products; and
  • Conserving and protecting the state's agricultural and natural resources by reducing wildfires, promoting environmentally safe agricultural practices, and managing public lands.

FDACS Partners: 

  • Christina Chitty, Public Information Director, Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
  • Holly Hughes, Public Information Specialist, Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
  • Georgeanne Paris, Social Media Coordinator , Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services