Georgia voters will elect an Agriculture Commissioner in the 2026 statewide election, with party primaries scheduled for May 19, 2026, and the general election on November 3, 2026. The agriculture commissioner oversees the Georgia Department of Agriculture and regulates industries related to farming, food safety, and agricultural businesses.
This nonpartisan guide provides an overview of candidates, key election dates, and how to vote in the 2026 Georgia agriculture commissioner race. The page will be updated as candidates qualify and additional campaigns are announced..
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What does the Georgia agriculture commissioner do?
The Georgia agriculture commissioner leads the Georgia Department of Agriculture, which regulates and supports the state’s agricultural industry.
Key responsibilities include:
- Ensuring food safety and inspecting food processing facilities
- Regulating fuel pumps, scales, and consumer product labeling
- Promoting Georgia’s agricultural products domestically and internationally
- Supporting farmers, ranchers, and agricultural businesses
- Overseeing programs related to plant industries, animal health, and agricultural marketing
Agriculture is Georgia’s largest industry, and the commissioner serves as a statewide advocate for farmers and rural communities.
The office is elected to a four-year term.
Here are the key dates for Georgia’s 2026 elections
- Candidate filing period: March 2-6, 2026 – Qualifying has closed.
- Primary election: May 19, 2026
- Primary runoff (if needed): June 16, 2026
- General election: Nov. 3, 2026
- General election runoff (if needed): Dec. 1, 2026
Who are the Democratic candidates?
Who is the Republican candidate?
| Candidate | Website |
|---|---|
| Tyler J. Harper (Incumbent) | Ballotpedia | Campaign |
Candidates are updated as of 3/6/2026.
When are the debates?
Candidate debates have not been announced.