SECTION .0900 – GAME BIRD PROPAGATORS

15A NCAC 10H .0901      GAME BIRD PROPAGATION LICENSE

(a)  The game bird propagation license is required for the propagation and sale, of domestically raised waterfowl and game birds and their eggs, subject to the following limitations and conditions:

(1)           the sale of dead pen‑raised quail for food is governed by the regulations of the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services; and

(2)           the purchase, possession, sale, transportation, and transfer of migratory game birds and their eggs is subject to additional requirements in 50 CFR 21, which is hereby incorporated by reference, including subsequent amendments and editions. 50 CFR 21 may be found free of charge at: www.ecfr.gov.

(b)  Individuals may obtain a game bird propagation license at www.gooutdoorsnorthcarolina.com or at the Commission headquarters located at 1751 Varsity Drive, Raleigh, NC 27606-2576.

(c)  The game bird propagation license shall be posted and displayed at the propagation facility so that it is visible to visitors and patrons.

History Note:        Authority G.S. 106‑549.94; 113‑134; 113‑273; 50 C.F.R., Part 21;

Eff. January 1, 1981;

Amended Eff. July 1, 1988; July 1, 1987;

Temporary Amendment Eff. July 1, 2001;

Amended Eff. June 1, 2005; July 18, 2002;

Readopted Eff. November 1 2019;

Amended Eff. August 1, 2024.