Division of Animal Industry
Overview
The Division of Animal Industry is responsible for enforcing animal health regulations in Florida and protecting the state from animal pests and diseases, which could have major economic and public health consequences. The Division combines a Bureau of Diagnostic Laboratories and Bureau of Animal Disease Control, carrying out active animal disease prevention, surveillance, and control programs. District veterinarians and animal health inspectors throughout the State work with producers, animal owners, and private veterinarians in monitoring and enhancing the health and welfare of Florida 's animals. Florida 's livestock inventory includes 26 million poultry, 1.5 million beef cattle, 500,000 horses, 140,000 dairy cattle, 100,000 swine, 30,000 goats, 10,000 sheep, and millions of companion animals. Traditional farm/ranch livestock are raised along with exotic species from around the globe. The number and diversity of animals in Florida and our dynamic animal commerce demands vigilance in protecting animal and human health. The Division of Animal Industry serves as the lead agency for Animal and Agricultural Issues under Florida 's Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan. Planning and response and coordination efforts are an important responsibility of the Division for emergencies ranging from natural disasters to devastating disease outbreaks. The Division plays a critical role in safeguarding animal and public health and maintaining market access for Florida's animals and animal products.
Announcements
- Revised Endemic Equine Piroplasmosis Areas in Texas
- Spring 2011 Animal Health Bulletin
Titles of the articles in this issue include:- From the State Veterinarian’s Desk
- Animal Disease Traceability
- Hatching Egg Interdiction Pilot Project
- Newcastle Disease
- The Pet Law Program
- Veterinary Medical Loan Repayment Program – Florida’s First Successful Applicant
- Equine Piroplasmosis Update
- State County Meetings Focus on Animal Emergency Preparedness and Response
- Older Laboratory Technology Still Valuable: Electron Microscope Use in the Laboratory
- Laboratory Institutes Biosecurity Measures in Response to Exotic Newcastle Disease
- Pet Hurricane Preparedness
- Equine Piroplasmosis APHIS Factsheet
- Equine Piroplasmosis APHIS Factsheet (Spanish)
Quick Links
- Avian Influenza Information
- Disaster Veterinarian and Veterinary Technician Volunteer Program
- Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) Information
- Emergency Management/Hurricane Information
- Equine ID cards for intrastate and interstate movement
- Feral Swine Dealer Program
- Reportable Diseases – Summary, Rule & Listing
- West Nile Virus Information
