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The Vermont Agency of Agriculture Food and Markets (VAAFM) or sometimes colloquially ''the agriculture department,'' is a Vermont executive agency (or cabinet agency). Its purpose is to develop and execute policy on farming, agriculture, food, and promoting and protecting the Vermont brand as related to food in the worldwide market. It aims to meet the needs of dairy farmers, beekeepers, orchardists, maple sugarmakers, and related industries. The VAAFM promotes agricultural trade and production, work to assure food safety, protect natural resources, and preserve the culture of rural communities. Charles Ross of Hinesburg is the agency's current secretary. ==Divisions== The VAAFM is organized into four divisions: *The Division of Administration oversees and coordinates agency policy and promotes interests of consumers and producers. *The Division of Agricultural Development provides a role in developing local, regional, national and global markets for Vermont's agricultural products. *The Division of Agricultural Resource Management and Environmental Stewardship works to regulates pesticides, feed, seed and fertilizers. The division administers Vermont's agricultural water quality programs and enforcement of environemtal and safety laws. *The Division of Food Safety and Consumer Protection is organized into the following sections providing oversight in the areas of: livestock heath, consumer safety and protection, dairy inspection, and meat inspection. 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Vermont Agency of Agriculture Food and Markets」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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