Connecticut Weekly Agricultural Report
Connecticut, regional, and national energy and supply information.
Regulations and Industry
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Agricultural Laws and Regulations
Laws and regulations related to the use, protection, taxation and transfer of land for agriculture. The state also lists regulations governing dog kennels, grooming and training facilities and pet shops, as well as some pertaining to rabies and scrapie containment and the production of eggs, small poultry and milk
Agency: Connecticut Department of Agriculture -
Agricultural Laws and Regulations
The state has provided information for people seeking permits related to dairy, livestock, poultry, agricultural commodities and seafood industries and domestic pet-related operations.
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Those in the shellfishing industry who need commercial, municipal and special study-related licenses can find the requirements and applications for licenses.
Agency: Connecticut Department of Agriculture -
Farmers interested in exporting some of their products can explore the possibilities through the state's Export Assistance Program, which includes programs that explain the export business, how to select a promising market for goods and ways to promote the product once the market is selected.
Agency: Connecticut Department of Agriculture -
The state lists grants and loans available from the Department of Agriculture that include grants for farm transitions and controlling a feral cat population.
Agency: Connecticut Department of Agriculture -
Inspection and Regulation Contacts
Members of the public concerned about the enforcement of laws connected to milk safety and with domestic animal control, population control, importation and health issues, as well as rabies and West Nile Virus containment, can find contact information for employees in those areas.
Agency: Connecticut Department of Agriculture -
Risk Management Crop Insurance Program
State farmers could be eligible for federally-subsidized crop insurance through the Connecticut Farm Risk Management and Crop Insurance Program. Members of the Department of Agriculture and the University of Connecticut administer the program.
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Small Poultry Processors Inspection Program
Those who plan to operate small poultry slaughter facilities must apply for an inspection by the state Department of Agriculture. These facilities currently are exempt from regular oversight by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
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Small Shell Egg Processing Inspection Program
Small shell egg producers who do not meet the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) minimum mandatory inspection criteria of 3,000 laying birds who wish to enter "approved" eggs into commerce can request an inspection by the CT Department of Agriculture.
Agency: Connecticut Department of Agriculture
