Agriculture in Wyoming is strong. According to the latest Census, Wyoming was one of the few states who added lands. We also ranked first in average size ranch in the country. We contribute more than a billion dollars to the state economy, all while preserving the open spaces, culture and heritage that make Wyoming great.

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Wyoming is ranked 1st in average size farm/ranch

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Wyoming Ag Stress

Ag and the people of this industry are the backbone of our state. While we all know the importance of this industry, many may not understand the difficulties these operations face daily. This industry is difficult and these can be challenging times and stressful for producers. We strive to provide a resource for those who are looking for a wide variety of information to help care for, and assist in the well-being of our WY producers. Click the link to see these resources now.

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Specialty Crop Program

The Wyoming Specialty Crop program through the WDA has assisted producers across the state to grow crops that don’t generally grow well in Wyoming. Through season extension efforts and other projects, this program is helping producers grow more food here in Wyoming.

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State Meat Program

The State Meat program in WY provides licensing and inspection for meat plants to operate under three categories: state inspected, custom exempt and wild game. These meat processing facilities each have different levels of inspection based on use of the product but the goal of the WDA is to not only protect consumers through this program, but also protect producers across Wyoming by ensuring the safety of products that come through these facilities.

FIVE DIVISIONS. COUNTLESS WAYS WE HELP AGRICULTURE

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Administration

The Administration Division's functions are budget and fiscal control, contracts, grants, MOUs, computer support, human resources, payroll, public information, rules & policy and inventory.

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Analytical Services Laboratory

The Analytical Services Lab Division provides accurate and precise chemical and bacteriological analyses to all clients and ensures a quality environment and a healthy food supply through the application of quality science.

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Consumer Health Services

Consumer Health Services oversees the safety of Wyoming's food supply in conjunction with local health departments. Environmental Health like swimming pool inspection and assisting with drinking water safety is also part of this division's duties.

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Natural Resources and Policy

Natural Resources and Policy helps manage and enhance Wyoming's natural resources to further the interests of that industry, as well as, increasing the visibility of the agricultural industry state-wide.

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Technical Services

The Technical Services Division oversees 14 different laws to allow for truthfully marketed commodities in the state. Our programs include: Administration, Pesticide, Plant Industry, Rodent & Predator, Seed Lab, Weed & Pest, and Weights & Measures Lab.

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