Division of Crop Inspectional Services and Pest Management
 The Division of Crop Inspectional Services and Pest Management is responsible for the regulation of the agricultural industry and pesticide application services in Massachusetts through the diligent inspection, examination, licensing, registration, quarantine, and enforcement of laws, regulations and orders; to improve operational efficiency and mainstreaming of programs /policies into overall EEA priorities.
Farm Products and Plant Industries ensures the quality of farm inputs, such as fertilizer, animal feed, and
seeds and inspects consumer products such as plants, fruits and vegetables.
The nursery inspection program prevents and minimizes the impacts of pests
entering the state via imported produce and plants. The quality of farm
products is monitored in conjunction with the USDA's grading program. Apiary
(bee) inspections are conducted to prevent the introduction and establishment
of honey bee pests and diseases. diseases. . .
The Pesticide Program protects public health and the environment by licensing individuals who
apply pesticides, registering pesticide products used in the Commonwealth
and enforcing both federal and state pesticide laws and regulations. The
Pesticide Program also protects the public drinking water supply and provides
guidance for the mixing, loading, storage and disposal of pesticides. The
Pesticide Program also protects the public through the School IPM requirements
and through the control of mosquitoes by the State Reclamation and Mosquito
Control Board.
Specific programs in the Division include:
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