Vdacs.virginia.gov

Food, Food Safety & Consumer Protection

WEBThe Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) administers a variety of Virginia laws and regulations that protect consumers and businesses. The Division of Consumer Protection is comprised of the Offices of Charitable and Regulatory Programs, Pesticide Services, Plant Industry Services and Weights and Measures.

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URL: https://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/food-food-safety-and-consumer-protection.shtml

Home and Commercial Kitchen-Based Businesses and Food

WEBHOME & COMMERCIAL KITCHEN-BASED BUSINESSES. Food establishments, including private homes, that manufacture, process, pack or hold food for sale are subject to the Virginia Food and Drink Law and related regulations. It is unlawful to operate as a food manufacturer, food storage warehouse, or retail food establishment until it has been …

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Beekeeping & Apiary Inspection

WEBThe Virginia Bee Law authorizes an apiary inspection program which promotes the science of beekeeping, as well as regulates the movement of honey bees into the state and the sale of bees, queens and used bee equipment. The Virginia Bee Law requires that honey bees on combs, hives and equipment with combs must be accompanied by a certificate of

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Division of Animal and Food Industry Services

WEBSubject Phone Fax E-Mail; Animal Health: General Information: 804.786.2483: 804.371.2380: [email protected]: VETERINARY SERVICES: State Veterinarian

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Animal Health Laboratory Services

WEBKeeping in close contact with farmers, veterinarians and state and federal agencies is vital to maintaining surveillance and control of infectious and contagious animal diseases. For additional information, please contact the nearest Regional Animal Health Laboratory. General inquiries can be sent to: [email protected] .

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Farmers' Market Vendors

WEBManufacturers are subject to unannounced inspections and sampling. Vendors and market managers are encouraged to contact the VDACS Food Safety Program office with questions concerning safe food handling practices. Food service vendors at farmers' markets are permitted by the Virginia Department of Health.

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Animal Admissions Requirements-Cattle

WEBDetails are available in Virginia’s Cattle Entry Requirements. Please indicate on the CVI if bulls younger than 18 months of age are virgin or nonvirgin. Non-virgin bulls under 18 months of age and all bulls 18 months of age or older moving to a farm or exhibition must have a negative PCR test for Trichomoniasis within 30 days prior to entry.

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Retail Food Stores and Frozen Dessert Shops

WEBInspections of food establishments are required by the Virginia Food and Drink Law. It is unlawful to operate as a retail food manufacturer, food storage warehouse, or retail food establishment until it has been inspected and has been issued a permit for the operation of the food establishment. Retail food establishments include convenience

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US Swine Health Improvement Plan

WEBStep 1 - Complete the US SHIP enrollment form that is applicable to your business (Single Premises or Multi-Premises) and email the completed form to [email protected]. Step 2 - Complete a biosecurity enrollment survey. Step 3 - Once enrolled, you will be contacted by the Division of Animal and Food Industry …

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The Office of Charitable and Regulatory Programs

WEBThe Office of Charitable and Regulatory Programs (OCRP) is responsible for administration of the Virginia Health Club Act. Before entering into a contract with a health club, it is advisable to verify the registration and bond status of the club with OCRP (see Registered Health Clubs list below). For more information, visit our Frequently Asked

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Farmer Stress Partnerships

WEBAgriStress Helpline for Virginia. 1.833.897.2474 - Talk or Text. Comprehensive mental health crisis response with 24/7 coverage and the ability to respond in 160 languages. FarmResponse℠. Training and professional development opportunity for healthcare professionals to improve agricultural mental health care.

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Dairy and Foods administers the Va Food and Drink Law …

WEBThe Food Safety Program works to ensure that food and dietary supplements manufactured, processed, stored and sold in Virginia are safe, wholesome and properly labeled. This program administers the Virginia Food and Drink Law and related regulations. The Dairy Services Program administers the Virginia Dairy Laws and related …

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Animal Admissions Requirements

WEBVirginia regulations govern the entry of animals into the Commonwealth. If you are bringing an animal into Virginia, please click on the appropriate link below to find out what is required. Any livestock entering Virginia from a region in which vesicular stomatitis has been diagnosed within the 14 days prior to the livestock's entry into Virginia or from a …

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Guidance Documents & Informational Handouts

WEBGUIDANCE DOCUMENTS & INFORMATIONAL HANDOUTS. Food operations, including farmers' markets, retail stores, manufacturing facilities, warehouses, and home-based operations, that manufacture, process, pack or hold food for sale are subject to the Virginia Food and Drink Law and related regulations. Enforcement of these requirements …

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The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer …

WEBVA Transboundary and Emerging Disease Field Manual (pdf) Animal Disease Reporting. Animal Health Regulations. Biosecurity Recommendations. Equine Disease Communication Center. Contact. Click here for Division of Animal and Food Industry Services contact information. Download Adobe Acrobat Reader to view PDF files.

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The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services …

WEBAnimal Health Charitable Gaming Charitable Solicitation Credit Services Business Extended Service Contract Fantasy Contests Feed, Fertilizer & Seed Food Fruit, Vegetable & Peanut Marketing Services Health Clubs Home Operations Home Service Contracts Market News Service Meat & Poultry Services Membership Campgrounds Payment …

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Allergen Control Plan

WEBAn allergen control plan (ACP) is about protecting the health of consumers with food allergies, and protecting the financial health and reputation of your company. The following items should be part of your. ACP. 1. Master List of Ingredients. Use a master list of all ingredients used in your facility.

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Current Jobs Opportunities at Virginia Department of Agriculture

WEBVDACS Human Resources Office. 804.371.8581. Hearing Impaired 800.828.1120 or 711. [email protected]. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact [email protected] for assistance.

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Licenses & Registration

WEBBeekeepers. Bingo Caller & Bingo Manager. Charitable Solicitation Registration. Credit Services Businesses. Dangerous Dog Registry. Extended Service Contract Providers. Health Clubs. Legal Service Plan Sellers. Livestock Premises Identification.

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