The Georgia Department of Agriculture is the only state agency that impacts every Georgian, every day – from the grocery store to the gas pump and everywhere in between. Stay up to date with the latest news clips and updates on the important work the Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler J Harper, the Georgia Department of Agriculture, and the Georgia Grown Program do to support Georgia farm families and our state’s #1 industry, protect Georgia’s food supply, and serving all 11 million Georgians.
Recent News Stories
Commissioner Tyler J Harper & Agriculture Leaders Address Challenges Facing Farmers
Georgia leaders say the state’s farmers are continuing to adapt to challenges from changing markets to recovering from last year’s Hurricane Helene. On Tuesday at the Sunbelt Ag Expo, Governor Brian Kemp and Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper shared how the state is working to support farmers and strengthen one of Georgia largest industries.
Commissioner Tyler J Harper Urges Drivers to Be Safe During Harvest Season
Georgia officials say distracted driving causes many farm-related crashes and are reminding drivers to stay patient, alert and cautious during harvest season.
Georgia Grown Partners with Henry County Sheriff’s Office to Distribute Food to Those in Need
Grace Baptist Church in Stockbridge hosted a Thanksgiving food giveaway, providing turkeys and vegetables to families in need. This year’s event drew in those in need from across Georgia, even more than 100 miles away.
Georgia Department of Agriculture Unveils 2025 Christmas Tree Farm Map
For those looking to embrace the holiday spirit with a locally-sourced Christmas tree, Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler J Harper has announced a partnership between Georgia Grown and the Georgia Farmer’s & Consumer’s Market Bulletin. Together they have launched the 2025 Georgia Christmas Tree Farm Map, simplifying the search for the perfect Christmas tree for Georgia families.