A. The Division is hereby established within the Department, and shall be administered under the supervision of the Commissioner by the Director, who shall be qualified for the performance of his duties by training and experience.
B. The Division shall:
1. Promote the economical handling, packing, storage, distribution, and sale of agricultural products in the Commonwealth; and
2. Assist producers and consumers in selling and purchasing agricultural products at a fair and reasonable price.
Code 1950, § 3-526; 1966, c. 702, § 3.1-685; 1978, c. 396; 1993, c. 115; 2008, c. 860.