New York Codes, Rules and Regulations Title 1 - DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND MARKETS
New York Codes, Rules and Regulations (NYCRR) – Title 1: Department of Agriculture and Markets
This title contains the official rules and regulations administered by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (NYSDAM). It governs agriculture, food safety, marketing, animal health, and other farm-related industries within the state.
🔹 Overview of Title 1 – DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND MARKETS
Title 1 is structured into Parts, each dealing with a specific regulatory area. These regulations are adopted pursuant to laws in the Agriculture and Markets Law (AML) and other applicable statutes.
Here are some key regulatory areas and their associated parts:
🔸 Selected Parts in Title 1 NYCRR (illustrative, not exhaustive):
| Part | Subject Area |
|---|---|
| 1–4 | General administrative provisions |
| 5 | Licensure and registration of food processors |
| 15 | Standards for milk and milk products |
| 16 | Frozen desserts and frozen dessert mix regulations |
| 17 | Grading standards for dairy products |
| 35 | Weights and measures enforcement |
| 100 | Pesticide management and compliance |
| 160 | Agricultural fair standards and reimbursements |
| 196 | Animal health – disease control, identification, import/export rules |
| 200–299 | Plant industry – nursery inspection, invasive species, seed labeling |
| 350 | Kosher food labeling and inspection regulations |
| 421 | Pet dealer licensing and oversight |
| 421.10+ | Companion animal care standards |
🔹 Key Regulatory Themes
Food Safety and Inspection
Milk, dairy, meat, produce, and frozen desserts must meet purity and safety standards.
Animal Health and Welfare
Livestock and pet industries are regulated to prevent disease and ensure humane treatment.
Marketing and Labeling
Oversight of organic labeling, kosher labeling, and truth-in-labeling of food products.
Weights and Measures
Ensures fair trade practices by regulating measuring devices (e.g., gas pumps, scales).
Pest and Plant Management
Controls invasive species and ensures healthy nursery stock and agricultural seeds.
🔸 Governing Authority
New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (NYSDAM)
Created under Article 2 of the Agriculture and Markets Law.
Also manages programs promoting NY-grown products like "Taste NY" and "Pride of New York."
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