Major programs and services include:

• Disease control and eradication
• Attaining an animal disease-free status for the state
• Inspection and testing of animals, milk and milk products
• Inspection and approval of dairy and beef waste systems
• Inspection and licensing of dairy processing facilities and various other animal agriculture facilities
• Enhancing the viability of rural communities by providing leadership in managing Idaho’s natural resources and assistance in resolving rangeland management issues.