California’s County Agricultural Commissioners serve as the primary local enforcement agents for State agricultural laws and regulations. State Law requires the Boards of Supervisors to appoint County Agricultural Commissioners in each of the state’s 58 counties. The precursors of the current Agricultural Commissioners were established in 1881. Their primary duties were related to the control and eradication of pests harmful to agriculture. Today, Agricultural Commissioners have a unique and important role in the promotion of agriculture, farm worker health and safety, the protection environmental resources, and the assurance of a fair marketplace.

Our Mission Statement

The Agricultural Commissioner's Office is dedicated to worker health and safety, the protection of environmental resources, and the promotion of the agricultural sector of Monterey County.

Our Vision Statement

The Agricultural Commissioner's Office is the voice of Monterey County Agriculture and a role model for agriculture. It is leading agriculture into the next century through innovation, communication, education, service and partnership, while honoring the requirements of the government, traditions of industry, and the needs of the public.

More Information About Our Office:

• What We Do
• Department Directory
• Office Locations and Hours
• 2013 Fee Schedule