West Virginia Department of Agriculture
The West Virginia Department of Agriculture is the state agency responsible for supporting and advancing West Virginia’s agricultural sector.
Company facts
- Founded
- 1891
- Employees
- 500
- Headquarters
- United States
- Type
- Government
About
The West Virginia Department of Agriculture is the state agency responsible for supporting and advancing West Virginia’s agricultural sector. Based in Charleston, the department provides a range of services to farmers, agribusinesses, and consumers, including regulatory oversight of food safety and animal health, market development initiatives, and technical assistance programs that help producers improve productivity and sustainability. By fostering a vibrant agricultural economy, the department works to ensure a reliable food supply, promote rural development, and enhance the competitiveness of West Virginia’s agricultural products in both domestic and international markets.