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Department of Agricultural Resources
Web Site:
www.mass.gov/agrOrganization Chart
Mission:
The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) mission is to ensure the long-term viability of agriculture in Massachusetts. Through its four divisions - Agricultural Conservation & Technical Assistance, Agricultural Markets, Animal Health and Crop and Pest Services - MDAR strives to support, regulate and enhance the rich diversity of the Commonwealth's agricultural community to promote economically and environmentally sound food safety and animal health measures, and fulfill agriculture's role in energy conservation and production.Governing Laws:
Statutes
MGL C. 20 | Department of Food and Agriculture |
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MGL C. 128 | Agriculture and Conservation |
MGL C. 129 | Livestock Disease Control |
MGL C. 132B | Massachusetts Pesticide Control Act |
MGL C. 94A | Milk Control |
MGL C. 94 | Inspection and Sale of Food, Drugs and Various Articles |
MGL C. 61A | Assessment & Taxation of Agricultural & Horticultural Land |
MGL C. 40A S. 3 | Zoning |
MGL C. 111 S. 125A | Public Health Nuisances |
MGL C. 90 S. 9 | Motor Vehicles & Aircraft - Motor Vehicles |
MGL C. 252 S. 2 | State Reclamation & Mosquito Control Board |
MGL C. 140 S. 138-141 | Licenses |
Regulations
330 CMR | Department of Agricultural Resources |
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333 CMR | Pesticide Regulations |
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