- (1) All captive-reared game birds sold in Montana shall originate from a National Poultry Improvement Plan (NPIP) certified flock.
- (2) Game bird farm licensees who maintain a breeding flock over the winter to hatch out offspring for sale and potential release in Montana must be NPIP certified.
- (3) Game bird farm licensees who do not maintain a breeding flock over the winter to hatch out offspring for sale must acquire their eggs or chicks from NPIP certified sources.
- (4) NPIP certification is obtained through the Montana Department of Livestock.
Authorizing statute(s): 87-4-913, MCA
Implementing statute(s): 87-4-906, 87-4-908, MCA
History: NEW, 2007 MAR p. 1025, Eff. 7/27/07; AMD, 2021 MAR p. 172, Eff. 2/13/21.