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Agricultural Programs & Services
Find information about our many Agricultural Programs and Services or click here for Farmer Resources. Check out the Integrated Pest Management Notes for Brown Marmorated Stink Bug.
Weights & Measures Programs & Services
Find information on our different Weights and Measures Programs and Services.
Wildlife Services
This program is responsible for the control of non-domestic animals that pose a threat to human or animal safety.
Commissions
Find Agendas and Minutes from the Agricultural Advisory Commission and the Fish and Wildlife Commission.
Crop Reports
This report puts a dollar amount on the value of agricultural production in Nevada County and highlights some of our department's accomplishments.
Bark Beetle Information
Find resources and local service to help prepare for bark beetles near your home or property.
Take Our Short Survey
We would love to get your feedback on how we are doing.
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Chris de Nijs
Agricultural Commissioner
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Department of Agriculture
Physical Address
950 Maidu Avenue
Suite 170
Nevada City, CA 95959
Phone: 530-470-2690Fax: 530-470-2939
Hours
Monday - Friday
8am-5pm, closed 12-1 for lunch
- I have a large garden that produces more than I can use. Can I sell the excess?
- What is required for selling to a restaurant or retail outlet like a grocery store?
- Do I need to register my farm?
- I use all natural products and sustainable methods in my farming, can I market my produce as organic?
- What do I need to sell eggs?
- I want to sell my produce at a certified farmers market, what do I need?
- Can I sell jam or other processed foods?
- If there is no seal on the device, how do I know if it is accurate?
- Can any scale be used or does it have to be a special scale?
- What is “tare”?