Bureau of Development and Information
Division of Marketing and DevelopmentFlorida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Bureau Chief
Deb May
Address:
Bureau of Development and Information
Mayo Building, M9
407 South Calhoun Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0800
Telephone:
(850) 617-7330
Fax:
(850) 617-7331
Role:
The Bureau of Development and Information stimulates, encourages and fosters the production and consumption of agricultural products in addition to conducting activities that enhances cooperation among producers, buyers, retailers, food editors and the consuming public in the promotion and marketing of Florida agriculture. The bureau is responsible for establishing and maintaining programs which will aid in the orderly marketing of agricultural products and providing efficient distribution of Florida's agricultural products. The bureau's goal is to extend in every practical way the distribution and sale of Florida agricultural products and services throughout the markets of the world. Activities are aimed at generating valuable export sales through market research and trade activities.