Department Mission Statement:

Through the effective and efficient use of resources, the Department of Agriculture/Weights and Measures is committed to serving the community by protecting agriculture, the environment,and the health and safety of its citizens, and by ensuring equity in the marketplace.

Featured News

Electric Vehicle Charging Station Click to view article, National Weights and Measures Week - March 1-7th, 2021 Measuring Up to the New Norm

National Weights and Measures Week - March 1-7th, 2021 Measuring Up to the New Norm

National Weights and Measures Week, March 1 -7 commemorates President John Adams’ signing of the first United States weights and measures law on March 2nd, 1799. This law ultimately led to the establishment of today’s enforcement framework assuring consumer protection and equity in the marketplace.
2019 Crop Report Cover Click to view article, 2019 Annual Crop Statistics Released

2019 Annual Crop Statistics Released

San Luis Obispo County 2019 Crop Statistics Released: San Luis Obispo County Agriculture Reports 2nd Highest Value Year on Record
Skimmer found inside of a gas pump Click to view article, County Weights and Measures Inspectors Protect Credit/Debit Card Users from Skimmer Fraud July 2020

County Weights and Measures Inspectors Protect Credit/Debit Card Users from Skimmer Fraud July 2020

Credit card fraud has been detected in San Luis Obispo County.
Seeds with shipment information Click to view article,

"Mysterious and Unsolicited Seed" shipments from China

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has become aware of a number of reports regarding “mysterious and unsolicited” seed shipments from China.

Current Job Openings in the Department of Agriculture / Weights and Measures

Pest Detection Trapper-Temporary & Seasonal

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to stay active and involved in San Luis Obispo County? Do you like being outdoors while earning a supplemental income with a flexible schedule? If so, this is the place for you! The Agricultural Commissioner is recruiting temporary seasonal staff to assist with pest detection trapping in the County of San Luis Obispo.