USDA Animal and Plant Health inspection Service

The United States Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is a government agency headquartered in Riverdale, Maryland. Employing 3,029 people, APHIS is a significant contributor to the nation's agricultural and natural resource sectors, generating an estimated $1 billion in revenue annually. APHIS is dedicated to safeguarding the health of American agriculture and natural resources. Their responsibilities encompass a wide range of activities, including regulating genetically engineered organisms, enforcing the Animal Welfare Act, and managing wildlife damage. APHIS plays a crucial role in protecting the nation's agricultural industry from pests and diseases, ensuring the safety of animal products, and promoting responsible use of genetically engineered organisms. Their wildlife damage management programs help to mitigate conflicts between wildlife and human interests. For more information about APHIS and its programs, please visit their website at aphis.usda.gov.