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Florida has 1,197 miles of coastline, and all of its cities are within 75 miles of the coast. There are no areas in Florida immune to the forces of a hurricane or tropical storm. If a storm strike becomes imminent, it will be imperative that you are prepared and informed. Learn more about preparing for a storm.
The A-Z Guide can help you find the proper agency or resource to assist you with your questions, problems, and concerns.
Find information about animal diseases, Florida's Pet Law, traveling with dogs and cats, moving horses and other animals, and more.
Find out if a business is licensed and registered with us.
Learn where you can find fresh fruits, vegetables, seafood, ferns, Christmas trees and other products from the Sunshine State.
- Christmas Tree Farms
- Community Farmers Markets
- Community Supported Agriculture (CSAs)
- Crops in Season
- Ferns for Floral Arrangements
- Florida Alligator Meat, Skins and Hides
- Florida Market Bulletin
- Gardening and Landscaping
- Hay Suppliers
- Mislabeling Seafood Products Is Illegal
- Seafood Festivals
- Seafood "How To" Tips
- Seafood Products
- Seafood Retail Markets
- Tropical Fruit
- U-Pick Farms
- Wineries and Vineyards
Use our Check-A-Charity tool to find out if a charity is properly registered and how it spends donations.
Learn more about Florida's concealed weapon license program, its requirements and your eligibility.
- Applying for a Concealed Weapon License
- Concealed Weapon License FAQ
- Concealed Weapon License Forms and Publications
- Concealed Weapon License Reciprocity
- Concealed Weapon License Service Locations
- Firearm Safety Tips
- Lawful Self-Defense
- Possession Restrictions
- Public Records Exemption for Concealed Weapons
- Regional Offices
- Renew Your Concealed Weapon License
- Replace Your License
- Statistical Reports
- Tax Collector Offices
Consumer Protection Speaker Request
At your next event or meeting, let one of our representatives educate your group on the latest consumer issues.
Consumer Rights and Responsibilities
Resources to educate Florida consumers and help protect them from unfair and unsafe business practices.
File a complaint with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
Our online newsletter offers tips on consumer-related issues and resources to find additional information.
Florida residents who do not wish to receive sales calls or sales texts may have their number included on the Florida Do Not Call List.
Food Safety Consumer Resources
Find information about handwashing, foodborne illness, safe minimum cooking temperatures and more.
Find information about food safety, disaster preparedness, product recalls, food- and mosquito-borne illnesses, and more.
- Africanized Honey Bees
- Dog Fly Facts
- Emergency Food and Water Supplies
- Emergency Support Function 11
- Firewise USA
- Food Emergencies and Disaster Preparation
- Food Establishment Inspection Reports
- Food Safety Consumer Resources
- Food Safety FAQ
- Food Safety Laboratory
- Foodborne Illnesses FAQ
- Honey Bee Removal or Eradication in Florida
- Mosquito Control Information
- Protect Your Home from Pests
- Venomous Spiders in Florida
Find information about how to protect yourself and your family from identity theft, including child identity theft.
Landlord/Tenant Law in Florida
A summary of Florida's Landlord/Tenant Law
Learn about common scams that service members encounter and how to protect yourself.
Find information about recalls of consumer products, food, motor vehicles and recreational boats.
Learn about the Rural and Family Lands Protection Program, urban forestry programs, our Don't Pack a Pest campaign and more.
Learn about fun events and places in Florida, including fairs, seafood festivals, state forests, horse trails and U-pick farms.
Every year Floridians lose money to scammers. Learn about some common scams and ways that you can protect yourself.
- Artificial Intelligence and Scams
- Business Opportunities
- Card Skimmers
- Charity Scams
- Concealed Weapon License Fraud
- Credit Repair Scams
- Emergency Scams
- E-Skimming
- Game Promotions/Sweepstakes
- Gift Card Scams
- Government Imposters and Deceptive Advertisements
- Identity Theft
- Money Transfer/Check Scams
- Online Shopping Scams
- Payday Loans/Lending Scams
- Phishing and Other Internet Scams
- Phone Scams
- Romance Scams
- Scams Targeting College Students
- Service/Contractor Scams
- Tax Scams
- Tech Support Phone Scams
- Telemarketing Fraud
- Travel Scams
Be prepared if a storm strike becomes imminent.
