Department of Agriculture
/ˌdɪpɑːrtmənt əv ˈæɡrɪˌkʌltʃər/
Definitions
- (n.) A government agency responsible for policies related to farming, agriculture, forestry, and food safety.
The Department of Agriculture issued new regulations on organic produce labeling.
Forms
- department of agriculture
- departments of agriculture
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Commentary
Often capitalized when referring to a specific government agency, the term encompasses diverse regulatory and support functions linked to agriculture and food policy.
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