Dairy
The Dairy program keeps consumers and dairy producers safe.
Highlights
How we keep you safe
The Georgia Department of Agriculture's Dairy Section licenses and regulates facilities in Georgia:
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Grade A dairy farms
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Grade A dairy plants
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Grade A single service plants
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Cheese plants
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Ice cream plants
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Frozen dessert plants
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Tanker wash facilities
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Dairy warehouses
Inspectors within the Dairy Section monitor safety of dairy products sold or produced in Georgia. They collect samples of raw and finished dairy products for analyses and conduct tests on pasteurization equipment to verify proper pasteurization.
Affected by COVID-19 or other problems?
The Farmer to Farmer Support Program of the Georgia Milk Producers website offers support and resources.
License Types
Licenses
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Dairy Plant (Grade-A) License
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Dairy Plant (Non Grade-A) License
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Single-Service Plant License
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Substation License
Permits
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Bulk Tank Sampler Permit
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Dairy Farm Permit
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Dairy Goat Farm Permit
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Raw Milk for Human Consumption Permit
Laws & Regulations
Regulations for dairy establishments are specified in chapter 40-2 of the Agriculture Rules.
The Grade A Pasteurized Milk Ordinance is published by the Food and Drug Administration.
Laws and Regulations
Contact Us
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Dairy Program
DairyInfo@agr.georgia.gov Tel: (404) 656-3627
Resources and Partners
Application Forms
- Bulk Tank Sampler Permit Application Form
- Dairy Farm Permit Application Form
- Dairy Goat Farm Permit Application Form
- Dairy Plant (Grade-A) License Application Form
- Dairy Plant (Non Grade-A) License Application Form
- Raw Milk for Human Consumption Permit Application
- Single-Service Plant License Application
- Substation License Application Form