USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
Government AdministrationMaryland, United States1001-5000 Employees
APHIS is a federal agency within the U.S. Department of Agriculture dedicated to protecting American agriculture by helping maintain the health of animals and plants. It sits within the government administration arena and serves the agricultural community as well as other public stakeholders by safeguarding animal and plant health. The agency is based in Riverdale, Maryland, and employs a sizable workforce to fulfill its mission. Its role centers on supporting the health of animal and plant populations crucial to food production and safety, and on preventing health threats that could disrupt agricultural systems. The agency’s customers include participants across the U.S. agricultural sector and governmental entities that rely on robust ecosystem health to sustain agricultural activity.