New Hampshire Administrative Code

(a) A permit shall be obtained prior to shipment of yaks into the state of New Hampshire and the permit number shall appear on the certificate of veterinary inspection. (b) A certificate of veterinary inspection shall be required for the importation of yaks into the state of New …

(a) All yaks entering the state of New Hampshire shall have permanent identification of each animal with a metal ear tag, legible tattoo or microchip, providing a microchip reader is available at the point of destination. (b) Yaks shall also: (1) Be from a brucellosis classified-…

(a) All yaks entering the state of New Hampshire shall: (1) Be from a tuberculosis accredited-free herd; (2) Be over 6 months of age, have been tested negative for tuberculosis within 60 days of shipment and be from a herd tested free of tuberculosis within the last year; or (3) …

The terms used in seed testing and the methods of sampling, inspecting, analyzing, testing, and examining agricultural, vegetable, flower, and tree and shrub seeds and the tolerances to be followed in the administration of RSA 433 shall be those established in the "AOSA Rules for…

The following shall be prohibited noxious weed seeds: (a) Bedstraw (Galium spp.); (b) Bindweed, Field (Convolvulus arvensis); (c) Quackgrass (Agropyron repens); (d) Thistle, Canada (Cirsium arvense); and (e) Tussock, Serrated (Nasella trichotoma). Notes N.H. Admin. Code § Agr 220…

(a) The following shall be restricted noxious weed seeds: (1) Corncockle (Agrostemma githago); (2) Dodder (Cuscuta spp.); (3) Horsenettle (Solanum carolinense); (4) Mustard, Wild (Brassica spp.); (5) Nutsedge or Nutgrass (Cyperus esculentus); (6) Radish, Wild (Raphanus raphanistr…

(a) The sale of agricultural, vegetable, flower, or tree and shrub seed containing prohibited noxious-weed seeds shall be prohibited. (b) The sale of agricultural, vegetable, flower, or tree and shrub seed containing in excess of 2.5 percent of weight of all weed seed shall be pr…

(a) The germination standards for vegetable seeds shall be as set forth in Table 2200-1 below: Table 2200-1 Germination Standards for Vegetable Seeds Name Germination Percent Anise 50 Artichoke 60 Asparagus 70 Asparagus bean 75 Basil, sweet 70 Beans, garden 70 Bean, lima 70 Bean,…

(a) Labeling for seeds of plants grown primarily for their blooms shall be as follows: (1) If the seeds are of a single name variety, the kind and variety shall be stated, for example, "Marigold, Butterball"; (2) If the seeds are of a single type and color for which there is no s…

(a) The kinds of flower seeds listed in Table 2200-2 below shall be subject to the standard testing procedures required by Agr 2201.01 and shall be labeled in accordance with the germination labeling provisions of RSA 433:2; Table 2200-2 Kinds of Flower Seeds Subject to Germinati…

(a) The tree and shrub seed species listed in Table 2200-3 below shall be subject to the germination labeling provisions of RSA 433:3; Table 2200-3 Tree and Shrub Seed Species Subject to Germination Labeling Latin Name/Common Name Abies amabilis (Dougl.) Forbes - Pacific Silver F…

(a) Hermetically-sealed seed shall be packaged within 9 months after harvest. (b) The container used for hermetically-sealed seed shall not allow water vapor penetration through any wall, including the seals, greater than 0.05 grams of water per 24 hours per 100 square inches of …

(a) Sweet clover seed containing more than 5 percent of yellow sweet clover seed, or more than 1.25 percent mottled seeds, shall not be labeled white sweet clover. (b) Sweet clover seed containing more than 5 percent yellow sweet clover seed shall be labeled sweet clover or as a …

The following information shall be on all labels of seed sold for sprouting for salad or culinary purposes: (a) The commonly accepted name of kind or kinds; (b) The seed lot number; (c) The percentage by weight of each pure seed component in excess of 5 percent of the whole, if o…

A grower's declaration shall be a statement signed by the grower giving, for any lot of seed, the lot number, the kind, variety, origin and weight. Notes N.H. Admin. Code § Agr 2209.01 #5083, eff 2-26-91; EXPIRED: 2-26-97 #6495, eff 4-23-97, EXPIRED: 4-23-05Amended by Volume XXXV…

(a) After seed has been conditioned, as defined in RSA 433:1VIII, it shall be labeled in accordance with RSA 433:2 before distribution to any person including a wholesaler. (b) Each bag or lot of seed shall be labeled in accordance with RSA 433:2 when supplied to a retailer or co…

The person who relabels seed in their original containers shall provide the following on the containers: (a) The calendar month and year the test was completed to determine such percentage; (b) The same lot designation as on the original labels; and (c) The identity of the labeli…

Except as the commissioner designates otherwise in specific cases under these rules, or by statue, the definitions shall be those adopted and published in the Recommended Uniform State Seed Law by the Association of American Seed Control Officials, Edition 2016, available as spec…

(a) As provided in RSA 433:9-a, persons labeling agricultural, vegetable, flower, and tree and shrub seeds for planting purposes, for distribution, or sale in this state shall obtain a seed labeling license. (b) Such applications for licensure shall be submitted annually on the a…

The purpose of these rules is to establish fees for pesticide product registration pursuant to RSA 430:36. Notes N.H. Admin. Code § Agr 2301.01 Derived From Volume XXXV Number 49, Filed December 10, 2015, Proposed by #10985, Effective 11/25/2015, Expires 11/25/2025.

These rules shall apply to all registrants required to register pesticide products pursuant to RSA 430:36. Notes N.H. Admin. Code § Agr 2301.02 Derived From Volume XXXV Number 49, Filed December 10, 2015, Proposed by #10985, Effective 11/25/2015, Expires 11/25/2025.

The registrant shall register pesticide products as follows: (a) Registrants shall provide a statement pursuant to RSA 430:38; (b) Registrants shall provide an annual registration fee to the department on or before December 31 of each year; (c) Annual registration shall be prepar…

The registrant shall pay an annual fee for each pesticide registered as follows: (a) For a restricted use pesticide, $160 per product per year; (b) For a general use pesticide, other than a specialty/household pesticide, $160 per product per year; and (c) For a specialty/househol…

(a) An equine found to be a reactor on a second test for equine infectious anemia (EIA) shall be quarantined. (b) A quarantined equine shall: (1) Be kept with no other equine; (2) Not leave the property to which quarantined; and (3) Be kept a minimum of 1/4 mile from the nearest …

The division of plant industry of the New Hampshire department of agriculture, markets and food is charged with the function of nursery stock inspection and regulation under the immediate supervision of the state entomologist and commissioner of agriculture. The purpose of these …

In addition to the definitions in RSA 433:21, the following shall apply: (a) "Audit" means an inspection by the inspectors authorized by the department to verify compliance with the terms conditioned in a compliance agreement; (b) "Best management practices" means processes and a…

(a) The nurseryman, plant dealer, or landscaper shall acquire and further distribute only nursery stock obtained from a certified or licensed grower or dealer, or an entity approved by the authorizing agency within the state of origin for the sale of plants. (b) Any nurseryman, p…

(a) By accepting the plant dealer / landscaper license, the licensee shall agree to periodic inspections of the nursery stock being offered for sale at the business location or any other applicable location pursuant to RSA 433:28 and 433:30. (b) The department shall inspect any n…

(a) When injurious insects, plant diseases or both are found in any geographic area, which pose a threat to natural, residential or commercial resources, commodities, or both in New Hampshire, the commissioner shall establish an interior quarantine, and exterior quarantine, or bo…

(a) Licensed plant dealers may ship nursery stock to other nurseries, brokers, and out-of-state customers only if the nursery stock is free from pests under quarantine or declared a public nuisance, and has all non-quarantine plant pests under effective control. (b) A plant deale…

(a) Any person who violates the provisions of these rules shall be subject to the penalty provisions in RSA 433:32. (b) It shall be a violation for any nurseryman, plant dealer, or landscaper who fails to apply for and obtain a plant dealer / landscaper license prior to buying an…

The purpose of this rule is to establish how violations will be determined which allow for the fines discussed in RSA 436:88-a to be levied and to describe the drug administration responsibility. Notes N.H. Admin. Code § Agr 2601.01 #5438, eff 7-22-92, EXPIRED: 7-22-98 New. #6831…

(a) "Agent" means anyone who is authorized by the commissioner to collect samples of blood, urine or saliva and to fill out official documents pertaining to the collection and to safely seal, store and forward said samples to a designated laboratory for analysis. (b) "Appliance" …

(a) The commissioner shall notify the fair association or management of the livestock event in writing when a positive test of prohibited substance or practice, as described by the NH pari-mutuel commission rules Pari 700, is established. (b) The commissioner shall charge the own…

For the purpose of administrative hearings, whenever the test(s) or investigation reveals the presence in any livestock of any drug or stimulant or the use of any appliance whatsoever, that could affect or alter the normal performance or condition of such animal and the result of…

(a) Requests to dock the tails of horses shall be made by New Hampshire licensed veterinarians only to the state veterinarian. (b) Requests shall include the following information: (1) Owner's name and address; and (2) Horse's name, breed, sex, age and description. Notes N.H. Adm…

(a) Requests for docking tails shall only be granted for the following reasons: (1) Medical necessity, provided that the veterinarian shall dock the tail and inform the state veterinarian as soon as practicable; or (2) The horse shall be used for drafting purposes thereafter. Not…

These rules implement the forms and procedures of the department of agriculture, markets and food pursuant to RSA 437-A, the animal population control program. The purpose of the program is to encourage permanent sexual sterilization of dogs and cats to reduce the population of u…

In accordance with RSA 437-A:3, I, this program shall be open to any resident of the state who: (a) Owns a companion animal and is eligible to participate in one of the following: (1) The Food Stamp Program; (2) The Supplemental Security Income Program; (3) The temporary assistan…

As used in this chapter, unless the context clearly dictates otherwise: (a) "Administrator" means the administrator of the animal population control program, who is appointed by the commissioner of agriculture, markets and food; (b) "Applicant" means the owner of a companion anim…

(a) The applicant seeking to participate under the program shall meet the following requirements: (1) Be a resident of the state of New Hampshire; and (2) Receive benefits under the programs or acts listed in Agr 2801.02(a); or (3) Be eligible to receive benefits under the progra…

(a) The "Veterinarian's Agreement and Fee Schedule" shall be filed annually with the administrator by a practicing veterinarian in order to participate in the animal population control program. The practicing veterinarian or veterinarian practice may file the Veterinarian's Agree…

(a) The "Application for Sterilization of a Dog or Cat" form shall be filled out by the companion animal's owner who is receiving aid under one of the programs listed in Agr 2801.02(a). (b) The companion animal's owner shall provide the following in Part 1 - Client/Pet Informatio…

(a) Only numbered invoice pads provided to the participating veterinarian by the department shall be acceptable for reimbursement submissions. (b) An "Invoice" shall be: (1) Completed by the participating veterinarian; and (2) Submitted to the program administrator within 10 days…

(a) The administrator shall:(1) Verify eligibility to participate in the program, under RSA 437-A:3, I, through the procedures specified in Agr 2802.01; (2) Maintain an up-to-date list of participating veterinarians; (3) As required by RSA 437-A:4, I, calculate the average steril…

(a) Cities and towns shall:(1) Forward the yearly animal population control fees collected in conjunction with the dog licensing fees, in accordance with RSA 466:4, I(b), to the department; (2) Remit fees collected no later than May 15th; and (3) Make the checks payable to "Treas…

(a) Any sterilization or physical examination fees equal to or greater than 20 percent more than the average fees of other participating veterinarians shall be deemed unreasonable by the administrator and shall be disqualified. (b) Upon notification by the administrator that the …