1. (a) Triploid grass carp may be sold only by a holder of an exotic species permit authorizing possession of triploid grass carp, and only to:

   1. (1) a person in possession of a valid exotic species permit authorizing possession of triploid grass carp; or
   2. (2) a person in possession of a valid triploid grass carp permit, and only in an amount less than or equal to that number specified in the permit.
2. (b) A person who holds a valid triploid grass carp permit may purchase triploid grass carp only from a Texas fish farmer in possession of a valid exotic species permit authorizing possession of triploid grass carp, and only in an amount less than or equal to that number specified in the triploid grass carp permit.

3. (c) A holder of an exotic species permit may obtain triploid grass carp only from:

   1. (1) the holder of a valid exotic species permit authorizing possession of triploid grass carp; or
   2. (2) a lawful source outside of the state.

4. (d) A fish farmer in possession of an exotic species permit must notify the department not less than 72 hours prior to taking possession of any and all shipments of triploid grass carp received from any source. Notification must include:

   1. (1) number of triploid grass carp being purchased;
   2. (2) source of triploid grass carp;
   3. (3) final destination of triploid grass carp;
   4. (4) name of certifying authority who conducted triploid grass carp certification; and
   5. (5) name, address and fish farmer's Aquaculture license number (if applicable) of both shipper and receiver.

Source Note:The provisions of this §57.124 adopted to be effective January 2, 1997, 21 TexReg 12414; amended to be effective April 30, 2001, 26 TexReg 3219.