The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) is a state agency dedicated to promoting and regulating the agricultural industry in Illinois. Its mission encompasses advocating for Illinois' agricultural industry, providing necessary regulatory functions to benefit consumers, the agricultural industry, and natural resources, and striving to promote agribusiness both within Illinois and globally. The department administers programs related to animal health, plant protection, environmental conservation, consumer services, and agricultural industry regulation. Additionally, IDOA oversees the Illinois State Fair and the Du Quoin State Fair, aiming to showcase and celebrate the state's rich agricultural heritage.