RSA 425:4 Duties of the Commissioner.

In addition to the powers, duties, and functions otherwise vested by law in the commissioner of agriculture, markets, and food, the commissioner shall:
I. Represent the public interest in the administration of the department and be responsible to the governor, the general court, and the public for such administration.
II. Except as otherwise provided for in this title, have the authority to adopt rules, pursuant to RSA 541-A, necessary to assure continuance or granting of federal funds or other assistance intended to promote agriculture.
III. Have authority to establish a unit within the department to provide for internal administrative functions, including financial, personnel, and other management functions.
IV. Organize the department into divisions and bu