1. A. Livestock markets, stockyards, market agencies, dealers, rest stations and rendering plants are subject to the requirements of 21.35.3.8 NMAC and must adhere to those requirements; provided, however, that rendering plants may process, butcher and sell meat or products of non-ambulatory animals so long as they do not engage in those activities for purpose of human consumption.

2. B. Any violation of this rule or any rules of the board or of the Chapter 77 NMSA 1978 will subject the offender to criminal penalties as provided in Chapter 77 NMSA 1978.

   HISTORY OF 21.35.3 NMAC:

   History of Repealed Material: 21 NMAC 35.3 - Humane Handling of Livestock by Livestock Markets and Facilities filed (10/16/2008) repealed effective 7/16/2024.

   Other History: 21 NMAC 35.3 - Humane Handling of Livestock by Livestock Markets and Facilities filed (10/16/2008) replaced by 21.35.3 NMAC - Humane Handling of Livestock by Livestock Markets and Facilities effective 7/16/2024.

[21.35.3.9 NMAC - Rp, 21.35.3.9, 7/16/2024]