Division MenuRegulatory and Environmental Affairs DivisionBuilding 11, 15, & 7 Gus R. Douglass Agricultural Center at Guthrie 304-558-2227 Fax: 304-558-3594​ Carrie Summers Director of Regulatory and Environmental Affairs Division 304-558-2227 Ext. 4365 csummers@wvda.us Chad Linton Deputy Director of Regulatory Operations 304-558-2227 Ext. 4045 clinton@wvda.us Stacy Straight Executive Assistant 304-558-2227 Ext. 4040 sstraight@wvda.us Diana Graley Office Assistant II 304-558-2227 ext. 4125 dgraley@wvda.us …

Division MenuThe West Virginia Department of Agriculture’s Regulatory and Environmental Affairs Laboratories Unit test a variety of different products for a plethora of various analytes. WVDA Regulatory Officers inspect facilities and collect samples, which in turn are analyzed in our laboratories. Highly trained scientists analyze samples for bacteriological, viral, toxin, foreign material, and chemical contaminations. We analyze samples for compliance …

Division MenuWVDA’s Environmental Programs and Laboratories are based at the Moorefield, West Virginia, Regional Agricultural Complex. These programs began in 1993 and involved the employment of a chemist and the installation of equipment for the testing of nutrients in animal manures. These efforts expanded with the additional testing activities for an outside nutrient digesting project relating to poultry litter. Additional …

Division MenuWhether you’re manufacturing commercial feed or purchasing small package pet feed, the West Virginia Department of Agriculture is committed to making sure the food animals consume here in the state makes the grade. It must be registered and approved before it hits the shelves. Seeds, fertiizer, and lime must also meet strict standards. There are permits for fertilizer storage, …

Division MenuAnimal Health Division 347 Gus R. Douglass Agricultural Center at Guthrie Buildings 12 and 13 Charleston, WV 25312 Office: 304-558-2214 Fax: 304-558-2231​​ James L. Maxwell, DVM State Veterinarian, Director 1900 Kanawha Boulevard East Charleston, WV 25305 Office: 304-558-2214 Jmaxwell@wvda.usAlt, Dr. Erika Assistant State Veterinarian / Assistant Director Moorefield Field Office Office: 304-538-2397 Ext. 6945 ealt@wvda.us Bishoff, Duane Livestock Services Supervisor Morgantown Field Office …

Division MenuAs a livestock producer, your animals are your most valuable resource. Careful breeding, precise feeding, attentive handling, and an effective vaccination program help safeguard the health of your animals and this will ultimately contribute to a safe and wholesome food supply. Premise registration is another valuable tool to include in your overall animal health management program. It is a …