Connecticut Administrative Code

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324-A3. Age and time for testingNo poultry shall be presented to the inspector for examination and blood test until five months of age. All poultry on the premises of breeding and laying age shall be tested at the beginning of the …

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324-A4. Segregation of birds. Post-mortem examinationAll birds reported as positive or doubtful shall be segregated at once from the flock. The owner, when so requested by the commissioner or his agent, shall submit birds for check…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324-A5. Cleaning and disinfecting of pens, etcAll pens, perches, dropping boards, nests, floors and side walls with which any of the infected poultry have come in contact at any time shall be cleaned and disinfected with one of a l…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324-A6. Certificates(a) When a flock has been found to be free of any evidence of pullorum-typhoid disease by one tube agglutination test made on all poultry on the premises, the flock shall be designated as pullorum-typhoid passed…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324-A7. Requirements on finding of positive or doubtful birds(a) If one or more positive or doubtful birds are found in a pullorum-typhoid passed or a pullorum-typhoid clean flock by the tube agglutination test, the use of eggs for…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324-A8. Addition or return of birds to passed or clean flocks(a) All hatching eggs, chicks or poultry to be added to pullorum-typhoid passed or pullorum-typhoid clean flocks under supervision shall be approved by the commissioner b…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324-A9. Breeders and hatcheries to place flock under supervision of commissionerNo breeder, breeder hatchery or commercial hatchery in Connecticut may offer pullorum-typhoid passed or pullorum-typhoid clean chicks for sale unless t…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324-B1. Infectious laryngotracheitisFlocks of chickens and domesticated pheasants with infectious laryngotracheitis shall be held in strict quarantine until all infected and exposed birds have been disposed of for slaughter. During…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324-B2. Newcastle diseaseFlocks of domesticated birds affected with an active outbreak of Newcastle disease shall be held in strict quarantine for at least two months following the disappearance of all clinical signs and symptoms o…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324-B3. Importation of vaccineInfectious laryngotracheitis vaccine or live Newcastle vaccine or any virulent product of a similar nature shall not be shipped or transported into the state without the written permission of the commi…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324-B4. Possession of vaccine or virus regulatedNo person, firm or corporation, nor the agent or employee of any corporation, shall have in his possession or use any virulent exudate, vaccine or virus, or any preparation of a simil…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324-B5. Doubtful diagnosis to be determined by UniversityIn case of doubt, the diagnosis of infectious laryngotracheitis and Newcastle diseases shall be established through the examination of suitable specimens at the department of…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324-B6. AdministrationSections 22-324-B1 to 22-324-B5, inclusive, shall be administered at the discretion of the commissioner of agriculture and natural resources. AUTHORITY: Conn. Gen. Stat. § 22-324

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324-C1. Commissioner to be notified of exhibitionsThe commissioner of agriculture and natural resources shall be notified in writing by the show management of the date and place of holding its show or exhibition of live poultry at …

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324-C2. Adult birds to be shownOnly adult birds may be shown. AUTHORITY: Conn. Gen. Stat. § 22-324

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324-C3. Statement of freedom from diseaseAll entries to a show or exhibition shall be accompanied by a declaration or certification from the owner or exhibitor that, to the best of his knowledge, the poultry entries and source of f…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324-C4. Birds without certificate or diseased not permittedBirds not accompanied by a health certification or those showing evidence of disease shall not be permitted to enter a show or exhibition. AUTHORITY: Conn. Gen. Stat. § 22-…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324-C5. Disinfection of crates and vehiclesAll crates, boxes or containers and vehicles used for transporting the poultry to a show shall be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected prior to such use. AUTHORITY: Conn. Gen. Stat. § 22-324…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324-C6. Examination by veterinarian on admission (Repealed) Repealed November 30, 1966. AUTHORITY: Conn. Gen. Stat. § 22-324

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324-C7. Daily examination (Repealed) Repealed November 30, 1966. AUTHORITY: Conn. Gen. Stat. § 22-324

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324-C8. Segregation of diseased birdsBirds showing evidence of disease upon entry to or during a show shall be properly segregated and cared for and reported promptly by the * * * superintendent of the show to a representative of t…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324-D1. DefinitionsAs used in sections 22-324-D1 to 22-324-D7, inclusive: (1) \"Case\" means, when referring to containers, an egg case, as used in commercial practice in the United States, holding thirty dozens of shell eggs; (2) …

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324-D2. Physical requirements of plant(a) The plant shall be free from strong foul odors, dust and smoke-laden air.(b) The premises shall be free from refuse, rubbish, waste and other materials and conditions which constitute a sou…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324-D3. Equipment and utensilsEquipment and utensils used in processing shell eggs shall be of such design, material and construction as will (1) enable the examination, segregation and processing of such products in an efficient, …

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324-D4. Protection of shell eggs(a) Shell eggs which are not fit for human food shall be placed in a conspicuously marked container and shall be treated in such manner as will preclude their use as human food. (b) No product or mat…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324-D5. Candling and transfer room: Construction(a) The candling and transfer room shall be so constructed that it can be adequately darkened to assure accuracy in removal of inedible or loss of eggs by candling. Equipment shall be…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324-D6. Candling and transfer room: Cleanliness(a) Candling and transfer rooms shall be kept clean and free from cobwebs, dust, objectionable odors and excess packing materials. (b) Floors, benches and conveyors shall be cleaned as…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324-D7. Cooler room requirements. Shell egg protecting and cleaning operations(a) Cooler room requirements: Shell eggs shall be held under refrigeration meeting the following requirements: (1) Cooler rooms shall have refrigeration …

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324a-1. Time for disposalThe carcass or parts thereof of any dead poultry not killed for food shall be removed and placed in disposal facilities within twenty-four hours after death. (Effective March 31, 1964) AUTHORITY: Conn. Gen.…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-324a-2. Acceptable methods(a) A disposal pit shall be so constructed as to be vermin proof, with tight fitting covers, and large enough to accommodate daily disposal and comply with the public health code of the state of Connecticu…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-326c-1. AppraisalPoultry, carcasses or parts thereof, eggs, products, or articles required to be destroyed in accordance with Section 22-324-10 shall be appraised by two appraisers, one chosen by the Commissioner and one chosen by …

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-326c-2. Payment(a) A claim for payment for destruction of poultry, carcasses or parts thereof, eggs, products, or articles must be presented to the Director of the Task Force before payment will be made. The claimant must state whe…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-33-1. Grades and conditionsAll agricultural farm products, including fresh fruits and vegetables, horticultural products, maple syrup and honey shall meet any marked or designated U.S. grades as pertaining to that particular lot. A…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-33-2. Labeling requirementsAll packages for agricultural farm products, including fresh fruits and vegetables, horticultural products, maple syrup and honey shall contain the following information: (a) Name and address of manufactu…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-33-3. Packaging requirements(a) Used Containers—when agricultural farm products, including fresh fruits and vegetables, horticultural products, maple syrup and honey are packed in used containers and sold or offered for sale or tra…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-33-A1. Connecticut standard grades (Repealed) Repealed June 11, 2014.Notes: For 2014 repeal, see Sec. 54 of Public Act 14-187. (June 11, 2014) AUTHORITY: Conn. Gen. Stat. § 22-33

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-33-B1. Obligations of packers (Repealed) Repealed June 11, 2014.Notes: For 2014 repeal, see Sec. 54 of Public Act 14-187. (June 11, 2014) AUTHORITY: Conn. Gen. Stat. § 22-33

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-33-B2. Obligations of manufacturers of \"Charter Oak Brand\" potato bags (Repealed) Repealed June 11, 2014.Notes: For 2014 repeal, see Sec. 54 of Public Act 14-187. (June 11, 2014) AUTHORITY: Conn. Gen. Stat. § 22-33

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-33-C1. Use of quality sealThe Connecticut Quality Seal may be used on agricultural commodities that are produced in Connecticut. (a) The Connecticut Department of Agriculture approves the use of the Connecticut Grown map symbol as …

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-33-C10. (Repealed) Repealed February 6, 1991. AUTHORITY: Conn. Gen. Stat. § 22-33

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-33-C10a. Quality seal grade standards for honey(a) Honey products marketed under the Connecticut Quality Seal shall meet the requirements of the general regulations pertaining to the Connecticut Quality Seal Program and the additio…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-33-C11. Quality seal grade standards for maple syrup(a) Maple products marketed under the Connecticut Quality Seal shall meet the requirements of the general regulations pertaining to the Connecticut Quality Seal Program and the ad…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-33-C12. Quality seal grade standards for mushrooms(a) Mushroom products marketed under the Connecticut Quality Seal shall meet all of the requirements of the general regulations pertaining to the Quality Seal program and the additi…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-33-C2. ContainersAny person, firm, partnership, corporation or cooperative wishing to supply containers bearing the Connecticut Quality Seal to licensed registrants shall make application to the Connecticut Department of Agricultur…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-33-C3. Rejection of applicationsThe commissioner may reject applications on the basis of the following: Failure of the applicant's product to conform with the grade standards for that commodity; the applicant's history of complianc…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-33-C4. Quality seal promotional material(a) Approved users may purchase Connecticut Quality Seal labels in increments of 1,000. The charge for Connecticut Quality Seal labels and for Connecticut Quality Seal closing tape shall be e…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-33-C5. Agricultural commodities intended to be marketed under the Connecticut quality seal programAll agricultural commodities marketed under the Connecticut Quality Seal program shall be produced and packed in Connecticut. (Effect…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-33-C6. Commodity grades, packing requirements, packer identification and containers(a) All agricultural products bearing the Connecticut Quality Seal shall meet the Connecticut Quality Seal grade standards established by regulation…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-33-C7. Point-of-purchase requirementsThe Connecticut Quality Seal shall be advertised or displayed only in association with commodities produced and packed under the Quality Seal Program. (Effective April 25, 1988) AUTHORITY: Conn.…

Regulations of Connecticut State AgenciesSec. 22-33-C8. Quality seal grade standards for apples(a) Each apple shall be of a diameter not less than 2½ inches.(b) Apples shall be of one or more of the following varieties: MacintoshStandard Red DeliciousRed Sport DeliciousPartially …