Public Invited to Comment as Delaware Department of Agriculture Reviews Regulations
Department of Agriculture | Date Posted: Wednesday, April 23, 2025
he Delaware Department of Agriculture (DDA) is conducting a review of its regulations and seeking input from the public. DDA is accepting comments and will hold a series of public hearings to meet the requirements of the Regulatory Flexibility Act (29 Del C. §10401 et seq.). Comments on the regulations under review are being accepted through May 30, and they are available at https://regulations.delaware.gov/AdminCode/title3/index.shtml. Regulations for programs overseen by a commission or board are exempt from the required review. Still, DDA will forward any comments received to the relevant program for consideration.
DDA Transitions Away from Issuing Interstate Health Certificates
Department of Agriculture | Date Posted: Tuesday, April 1, 2025
The Delaware Department of Agriculture (DDA) announced it will no longer issue interstate certificates of veterinary inspection (CVI), also known as health certificates, for youth livestock exhibitors traveling to out-of-state shows, exhibitions, or sales. While DDA has a long-standing history of issuing health certificates for youth exhibitors, the agency has worked to phase this practice out over the last two years, encouraging livestock owners to develop a relationship with a licensed veterinarian for routine and emergency care.
Delaware Launches $1.5 Million Forest Resiliency Fund to Enhance Stewardship and Combat Forest Loss
Department of Agriculture | Forest Service | Newsroom | Date Posted: Wednesday, March 26, 2025
he Delaware Forest Service received $1.5 million from the U.S. Forest Service to establish the Delaware Forest Resiliency Fund to create a cost-share program where landowners can address forest resiliency through tree planting, invasive species removal, and prescribed fire.
Delaware Forest Service Hosts 10th Annual Arborist and Tree Care Seminar
Department of Agriculture | Forest Service | Newsroom | Urban and Community Forestry | Date Posted: Tuesday, March 18, 2025
This seminar is a specialized training event focused on the professional growth of urban forestry and tree care businesses that are committed to sustainable tree care practices and enhancing Delaware’s urban forests. Attendees will gain insight into the latest arborist techniques, principles, and regulations, and how these contribute to the tree care industry and local communities.
Delaware’s Weather Ignites Wildfire Concerns
Department of Agriculture | Forest Service | Newsroom | Date Posted: Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Delaware’s ongoing drought and the current weather conditions the state has been experiencing have caused an uptick in wildfires in all three counties. Due to an elevated wildfire risk, the Delaware Forest Service urges all residents to refrain from outdoor burning.
