Code of Massachusetts Regulations 330 CMR - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURAL RESOURCES
Certainly! Here's an overview of the 330 CMR (Code of Massachusetts Regulations) administered by the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR):
📘 Overview of 330 CMR
The 330 CMR encompasses a comprehensive set of regulations that govern various aspects of agriculture, animal husbandry, land use, and food safety within Massachusetts. These regulations are designed to ensure public health, environmental protection, and the sustainable operation of agricultural practices across the Commonwealth.
🧾 Key Sections of 330 CMR
1. Animal Health & Welfare
330 CMR 3.00 – Regulates the shipment of dogs into Massachusetts.
330 CMR 4.00 – Covers regulations pertaining to cattle.
330 CMR 5.00 – Addresses poultry-related regulations.
330 CMR 8.00 – Sets forth apiary (beekeeping) inspection regulations.
330 CMR 11.00 – Regulates the dealing and transportation of swine.
330 CMR 16.00 – Pertains to horses.
330 CMR 20.00 – Covers the operation of guard dog businesses.
330 CMR 30.00 – Regulates animal rescue and shelter organizations.(mass.gov, sec.state.ma.us, mass.gov, mass.gov)
2. Plant Health & Land Use
330 CMR 6.00 – Regulates seeds, apples, and potatoes.
330 CMR 9.00 – Addresses plant quarantines.
330 CMR 18.00 – Covers land use regulations.
330 CMR 31.00 – Establishes plant nutrient application requirements for agricultural land and non-agricultural turf and lawns.(mass.gov)
3. Environmental Protection & Sustainability
330 CMR 15.00 – Regulates commercial fertilizer and lime.
330 CMR 25.00 – Covers the agricultural composting program.
330 CMR 35.00 – Implements the Act to Prevent Cruelty to Farm Animals.(mass.gov, casetext.com, mass.gov)
4. Food Safety & Milk Regulations
330 CMR 21.00 – Supervision of milk pricing and supply.
330 CMR 27.00 – Standards and sanitation requirements for Grade A raw milk.
330 CMR 28.00 – Regulates milk and milk products.
330 CMR 29.00 – Dairy farmer tax credit program.(sec.state.ma.us, mass.gov)
5. Agricultural Preservation & Development
330 CMR 22.00 – Agricultural preservation restriction program.
330 CMR 32.00 – Regulates hemp production.
330 CMR 34.00 – Covers produce safety and market access.(mass.gov, mass.gov)
📄 Accessing the Full Regulations
You can access the full text of each regulation through the Massachusetts Trial Court Law Libraries:
330 CMR Regulations on Mass.gov
Additionally, the Massachusetts State Bookstore offers printed versions of these regulations for purchase.(sec.state.ma.us)
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