Feed Program

The Feed Program of the Office of Indiana State Chemist (OISC) regulates commercial animal feeds, including pet and specialty pet foods, manufactured or distributed in Indiana. Its primary goal is to ensure a safe human food supply by guaranteeing that animal feeds are safe, truthfully labeled, nutritionally appropriate for their intended use, and free from adulterants and harmful contaminants. To achieve this, the Feed Program conducts inspections at feed manufacturing facilities to verify proper use of ingredients and medications, adherence to manufacturing controls, and compliance with labeling standards. Annually, around 2,000 samples are collected and analyzed to ensure they are free of contaminants and meet label specifications. OISC’s Feed Program collaborates closely with other Indiana departments and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to meet its objectives. Protecting animals and consumers purchasing the feed is a cornerstone of the program. For specific questions related to animal feed, OISC can be contacted at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

OISC integrates The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO's) model regulations into Indiana's feed laws to maintain uniformity and uphold high standards for animal and pet feed within the state. AAFCO is a non-profit organization that provides a forum for state, federal, and international feed regulators to develop uniform standards, definitions, and policies for animal and pet feed. By adopting AAFCO's model regulations, OISC’s Feed Program ensures that animal and pet feed products distributed in Indiana meet established definitions and are accurately labeled and nutritionally appropriate. This standardized approach to feed regulation benefits manufacturers, consumers, and regulatory bodies by promoting consistency and transparency in the marketplace.