Approved Feedlots

 
Approved feedlots are facilities approved under IDAPA 02.04.20 “Rules Governing Brucellosis” to feed non-vaccinated females and other non-qualified cattle.  Animals leaving an approved feedlot typically go to slaughter, either in Idaho or out of state.  Approved feedlots are not intended to contain breeding cattle. Record retention is a key part of being an approved feedlot.  These facilities must maintain records for at least one year after animals are removed. Failure to comply with this requirement can result in the loss of approved status.
 
Idaho has approximately 100 approved feedlots which renew every year on or after September 1st.  Existing approved feedlots are sent renewal packets every August and require a current inspection from one of our Livestock Investigators prior to renewal.  These packets include the pertinent sections of IDAPA 02.04.20 as well as an approved feedlot application which needs to be completed in full.  Producers can opt to allow their facility information to be included on our website; a list of these facilities is available here. This is not a complete list, however, a complete list or status verification can be obtained by contacting ISDA at (208) 332-8540.  If you want your facility to be a new approved feedlot, first complete and submit your application to ISDA.  Once your application is received, the area inspector will contact you to schedule an inspection.
 
Cattle importation requirements are different for animals entering an approved feedlot.  All animals still require a CVI (Certificate of Veterinary Inspection) and, unless they are going to a tagging site, must meet individual identification requirements.  A few approved feedlots are also tagging sites relative to USDA requirements for animal identification, but most are not.  Females which are not vaccinated for brucellosis and bulls entering approved feedlots require an entry permit.

Artificial Insemination

A license issued by the Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) is required to practice artificial insemination of domestic animals within the state of Idaho.  Artificial insemination is regulated through Title 25, Chapter 8, Idaho Code, “Artificial Insemination of Domestic Animals–License to Practice” and IDAPA 02.04.03, “Rules Governing Animal Industry,” Section 150. Practicing artificial insemination without a license is a violation of Idaho Code and may result in administrative action by ISDA.   In order to obtain a license, an applicant must complete and submit an artificial insemination application, enclose a copy of their Certificate of Training, pay the $25.00 initial license fee, and pass a written test with a grade of 75% or higher. Arrangements can be made to take the Idaho Artificial Insemination Exam at a local County Agent’s Office. Three hours should be allowed to take the test.   Annual renewal fees are $5.00, due on or before the 1st day of July of each year.Any license not renewed by the 1st day of October will be canceled. If a license is canceled, the reinstatement fee is $25.   Further questions regarding artificial insemination can be submitted by email or called to (208) 332-8540.

Bees (Apiary) 

To schedule an apiary inspection please contact our Field Services Office at 208-332-8650 (Treasure Valley) or 208-736-2195 (Magic Valley).

To register your bees please visit Apiary Licensing.

Resources

For bee swarms, visit the Treasure Valley Beekeepers Club.

Idaho Honey Industry Association

Beekeeper Registration Form (updated form coming soon)

Apiary Inspection Request Form (updated form coming soon)

Permit to Move Bees into Idaho (updated form coming soon)

Idaho Pollinator Protection Plan

Residual Time to 25% Bee Mortality Data

Actions for Protecting Pollinators

Cervidae

Domestic cervidae are considered livestock in the state of Idaho and defined as “elk, fallow deer and reindeer that are owned by a person.” The Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) regulates and enforces standards for the domestic cervidae industry. ISDA’s main role is to ensure animal health through testing provisions and other oversight, including import surveillance, inventory verification and facility inspections. There are currently 44 domestic cervidae ranches and approximately 4,000 domestic cervids in Idaho.

You can find information pertaining to domestic cervidae in the following areas:

• Animal Care
• Animal Disease Traceability
• Biosecurity
• Cervidae Disease
• Cervidae Imports
• Dead Animal Movement and Disposal

Commercial Fish Farms

 
Commercial fish farms are regulated through laws under both the ISDA (Title 22, Chapter 46 “Fish Farms”) and the Idaho Department of Fish and Game (Title 36 “Fish and Game”).  All commercial fish farms require a $25.00 license through ISDA, which renew on even-numbered years.  New and renewing facilities can complete their information online for commercial fish farm licensing.  Prior to approval, a facility must also have an inspection conducted by the livestock investigator in their area.
 
If you are looking to stock a private pond, you will need to contact the Idaho Department of Fish and Game for a license and then you can use the commercial fish farm list below to find a local source for your fish. This is not a complete list of the fish farms in Idaho, rather a list of those facilities who have allowed their information to be released.
 

Commercial Fish Farm List

 
If you have any questions, please contact Animal Industries by email or phone at (208) 332-8540.

Commodity Dealers

Commodity dealers market a wide variety of agricultural commodities such as wheat, barley, oats, dry edible beans, peas, and lentils grown in Idaho. They are regulated under the Warehouse Control Program and are examined by Idaho State Department of Agriculture warehouse examiners to ensure that producers are being paid for their product. Commodity Dealers are licensed in accordance with Title 69, Chapter 5, Idaho Code. The Commodity Indemnity Fund (CIF) offers additional protection for producers in the event of a commodity dealer failure. This $12 million dollar fund is supported by producer’s assessments and allows producers to recoup 90% of their approved verified claim in the event of a failure. Currently the CIF is not collecting assessments, but quarterly reporting is still required.

Licensing Info:

The Commodity Dealer licensing period is for one year.

Commodity Dealers have two classes of licenses.  Class 1 is if the Commodity Dealer purchases agricultural commodities by credit-sale contract, or if the value of the agricultural commodities purchased during the previous 12 month period exceeds $250,000, or if the value of the agricultural commodities expected to be purchased during the succeeding 12 months exceeds $250,000.  Class 2 is if the value of the agricultural commodities purchased during the previous 12 months by the Commodity Dealer exceeds $10,000, and is less than $250,000, or if the value of the agricultural commodities expected to be purchased during the succeeding 12 months exceeds $10,000, but will be less than $250,000.

The original licensing fees for a Commodity Dealer are based on the class type of license.  Class 1 is $360 and Class 2 is $180.

The license renewal fees for a Commodity Dealer are also based on the class type.  Class 1 is $65 and Class 2 is $35.  A license that has expired may be reinstated for a fee of $500, plus the renewal fee if filed within 30 days of expiration.  Applications received after the 30 day reinstatement period shall be considered original applications and the license fee will be the original license fee, along with the $500 reinstatement fee.

Licensing Requirements:

1. Commodity Dealer License Application
2. Applicable Fees
3. Commodity Dealer Bond.  At the discretion of the Director, an irrevocable letter of credit or certificate of deposit can be submitted in lieu of a bond.  Refer to Commodity Dealer Law for bond amount requirement.
4. Insurance (General Liability & Stock Coverage) – If the Commodity Dealer accepts physical delivery of a commodity purchased directly from producers, for which the producers have not been paid, they must insure the value of all commodities in possession at full market price for insurable perils until all liabilities to producers have been paid.
5. An audited or reviewed financial statement prepared by an independent CPA or LPA in accordance to GAAP, prepared not more than ninety (90) days prior to date of application.

*If you wish to also purchase seed from Idaho producers, you can do so by licensing as a Seed Buyer and acquiring a Commodity Dealer/Seed Buyer Bond.

IDAHO STATE LAWS & RULES

Commodity Dealer Law

Bonded Warehouse Law

Commodity Dealer’s Rules

COMMODITY DEALER LICENSING FORMS

Commodity Dealer License Application

Commodity Dealer Bond

Commodity Dealer/Seed Buyer Bond

COMMODITY INDEMNITY FUND (CIF) FORMS

CIF Quarterly Report

CIF Species Report

CIF Amendment Form

SEED INDEMNITY FUND (SIF) FORMS

SIF Quarterly Report

SIF Species Report

SIF Amendment Form

OTHER LICENSES

Warehouse

Seed Buyer

Idaho State Department of Agriculture
Commodity Dealer Licensees

Licensee information was updated November 3, 2023. To ensure that you are dealing with a licensed commodity dealer, please call (208) 332-8660.  If an unlicensed person or business contacts you to buy your crop, please report them to Warehouse Control at (208) 332-8660.  A Licensee is only listed once but may have multiple business locations*.  Each location must display a valid license for that location.  For a list of Federally licensed warehouses CLICK HERE.

NAME & LOCATION*

The following companies are licensed in the State of Idaho through the Idaho/Washington Cooperative Licensing Agreement to act as warehouses/commodity dealers:

The following licenses have changed in the last 12 months; reason for change can include voluntary surrender, a sale to or merger with another company, failure to re-apply for licensing, temporary suspension, or revocation:

1. Agspring Idaho, LLC dba Thresher Artisan Wheat (Acquired by The Arthur Companies, Inc.) Blackfoot, ID

2. Cache Commodities (Acquired by IFA) Ogden, UT

3. Jr Lish & Sons, Inc (Voluntary Surrender) Garland, UT

*Locations listed are the Licensee’s primary place of business in the State of Idaho or the closest office location to Idaho.

Dairy

ISDA’s Dairy Bureau provides oversight on the dairy industries within Idaho. This oversight helps to ensure safe, wholesome milk and milk products for consumers.

ISDA’s Dairy Bureau is also responsible for the protection of surface and groundwater from dairy farm by-product, which is accomplished through routine inspections of environmental handling and containment facilities, land application sites, and review and approval of new or modified systems.

The programs encompass sanitary inspections of dairy farms, bulk milk haulers, processors, manufacturing and processing equipment, warehouses, stores and other businesses where milk and dairy products are manufactured, stored, sold, or offered for sale.

In addition to state enforcement requirements, ISDA works in conjunction with several federal agencies through cooperative agreements or memoranda of agreement to protect the environment and ensure safe food products. Laws and rules require dairy farms to develop nutrient management plans (NMPs) on all licensed dairy farms. NMPs also aid in determining appropriate applications of nutrients to cropland. A certification process has been implemented to assist in the development of these plans.

ISDA is also responsible with enforcement of the Agriculture Odor Management Act, Title 25, Chapter 38, Idaho Code, as it relates to Idaho dairy farms. Dairy farms that emit odors in excess of those odors normally associated with agriculture in Idaho would be cited by ISDA thereby requiring the facility to develop an Odor Management Plan to reduce odors.

Free Sale Certificates for Dairy Products

 
Animal Industries issues certificates of free sale for dairy products produced in the state of Idaho.  Requests for dairy certificates must come from the plant/company that produced the product(s) for which the certificate is being requested.  If templates have been provided to you by Animal Industries, ensure that your request includes the completed template(s) for processing.  If this is your first time ordering, please choose from our sample certificates to start your request. If you need them to include different wording than the default template and we will work to accommodate the requirements of your destination country.
 
Please submit requests to Emily Courter at least 3 days before you require the certificate.  We can issue a maximum of 10 copies of each certificate.
 
Free sale certificates for non-dairy products are provided by the Market Development Division of ISDA.

Dairy Processing Plants

Dead Animal Movement & Disposal

If you are concerned about dead wildlife, contact the Idaho Department of Fish and Game (Nampa 208-465-8465, McCall 208-634-8137)

If you are concerned about dead pets along a highway or other roadway, contact your local county highway department.

Through IDAPA 02.04.17 “Rules Governing Dead Animal Movement and Disposal,” ISDA is the regulatory agency for disposal of domestic dead animals.  All dead livestock, and any parts or pieces of such animals, must be properly disposed of within 72 hours after knowledge of death.  There are several approved methods for disposal, including contacting a licensed rendering facility for pickup, taking to an approved landfill, and burial.  Most other methods require pre-approval from ISDA.   If burial is chosen, the site must meet the following requirements:

• • Depth of at least 3 feet;
  • At least 300 feet from wells, surface water intake structures, and drinking water supply lakes or springs;
  • At least 300 feet from any residences;
  • At least 50 feet from property lines;
  • At least 100 feet from public roadways;
  • At least 200 feet from any body of surface water (lake, river, stream, pond, etc.); and
  • Not located in a low-lying area which may flood or in areas with a high water table where seasonal high water may contact the burial pit.

If you are concerned about dead livestock not meeting the above requirements, please contact Animal Industries at (208) 332-8562 or fill out an online complaint form.

Rendering Plants

Rendering plants in Idaho are regulated through Title 25, Chapter 32, Idaho Code, “Rendering Establishments.” They are inspected by livestock investigators and renewed annually.  They must submit their $25.00 renewal fee prior to their next renewal.  New facilities must also include a completed application.  If you need an inspection or have questions, please contact (208) 332-8540 or the livestock investigator in your area.  
 
Currently there are two approved rendering facilities in Idaho:
  
Darling International Inc #104
Kuna, ID 83634
(208) 344-8318
  
Deads Inc. #105 Paul Blake
Boise, ID 83713
(208) 284-9488

  
Rocky Mountain Pet Burial #110
Parma, ID 83660
(208) 631-0279

Field Inspection, Export & Phytosanitary Certification

Field Inspection

Apply for Field Inspections with the Map Application System (MAPS).

To apply for a MAPS username and password please contact our Field Services Office at 208-332-8650 (Treasure Valley) or 208-736-2195 (Magic Valley).

Export & Phytosanitary Certification

For questions please contact our Field Services Office at 208-332-8650 (Treasure Valley) or 208-736-2195 (Magic Valley).

To schedule a phytosanitary inspection, call the “PhytoLine” at 208-332-8629 (Treasure Valley) or 208-736-3032 (Magic Valley). For Northern Idaho, call the investigator nearest you.

Forms, Reports & Publications

Application for Field Inspection (Map)

MAPS Instruction Manual – “Blue Book”

Field Inspection Manual – “Pink Book”

Phytosanitary Certification Manual – “Green Book”

Application for State Phytosanitary Certificate – For use in manual application process

Application for Federal Phytosanitary Certificate – For use in manual application process

Inventory Page for State Phytosanitary Certificate – For use in PCIT application process

Inventory Page for Federal Phytosanitary Certificate – For use in PCIT application process

ISDA Investigator’s Work Area Map

Special Billing Form

Treatment Witness Form

Resources

Far West Spearmint Oil Administrative Committee

Idaho Alfalfa and Clover Seed Commission (IACSC)

Idaho Apple Commission
Idaho Bean Commission
Idaho Cherry Commission
Idaho Crop Improvement Association, Inc. (ICIA)
Idaho-Eastern Oregon Seed Association (IEOSA)

Idaho Mint Growers Association (IMGA)

Hop Inspections

Resources

Title 22, Chapter 31, Idaho Code, Hops — Promotion of Industry

Rules Governing Diseases of Hops

Public Livestock Markets

Public livestock markets are regulated through Title 25, Chapter 17, Idaho Code, “Livestock Markets.” This law requires that any person conducting or operating a public livestock market must first secure a charter from the Idaho State Department of Agriculture.   Application for Charter requires payment of the annual renewal fee of $200 plus a one-time $500 non-refundable Hearing Fee.  Charters expire on April 30th of each year and the annual charter renewal fee is due at this time.  Application for Transfer of a Public Livestock Charter requires payment of the $200 annual charter fee and a $100 processing fee (non-refundable). An additional hearing fee of $150 is required if a protest of the transfer is received by ISDA.  All fees must be made payable to the Idaho State Department of Agriculture and remitted separately.   There are currently 8 chartered public livestock markets in Idaho, all of which are also tagging sites. When releasing animals, livestock markets are responsible for ensuring they are qualified for their destination.

ISDA received a Livestock Market Charter Application. Following the hearing procedure, a preliminary order was issued (see below). Since no petitions for reconsideration or review were received, the order becomes final and the market charter will be issued. 

Comments received:

Producers Livestock comment on Charter hearing 4-6-20

Idaho Livestock Auction Charter objection 4-9-20

Email comment from Blackfoot Livestock Auction 4-9-20

Charter applicant comments_4-16-20

Upper Valley Preliminary Order

Exhibits

1_Carter-Remington Market Charter Application revised

2_Notice of Public Hearing

3_Livestock Market Charter Application Hearing Notice Email

4_Amended Notice Livestock Market Charter Public Hearing

5_Email re Amended notice of public hearing

6_Email re FW_ Amended Notice of Public Hearing

7_Email RE_ Amended notice of public hearing

8_{External}Re_ Legal Notice to Publish

9_Producers Livestock comment on Charter hearing 4-6-20

10_Idaho Livestock Auction Charter comments

11_Email from Blackfoot Livestock

12_Charter applicant comments_4-16-20

National Poultry Improvement Plan (NPIP)

What is the National Poultry Improvement Plan?

The National Poultry Improvement Plan (NPIP) is a cooperative industry, state and federal program that was established in the 1930’s with the intent of eliminating Pullorum disease and creating a national network of disease-free poultry. Today, the program includes the testing and monitoring of Salmonella typhoid, Salmonella enteritidis, Mycoplasma gallisepticum, Mycoplasma synoviae, Mycoplasma meleagridis and Avian Influenza.

In addition to commercial poultry, the NPIP covers the following:

• • • WATERFOWL- Domesticated aquatic birds such as ducks and geese
    • GAME BIRDS- Domesticated fowl such as pheasants, quail, partridges, grouse and guineas (not doves and pigeons) 
    • EXHIBITION POULTRY- Domesticated fowl which are bred for the combined purposes of meat or egg production and competitive showing
    • BACKYARD POULTRY- A small flock of domesticated poultry

Additional information on the history of the NPIP can be found here.

How do I become an NPIP participant?

We encourage all poultry and game bird producers to become members of the NPIP. The Idaho State Department of Agriculture is the coordinating agency for the state of Idaho. Please contact us at (208)332-8554 if you are interested in becoming a participant.

What are the benefits of becoming a participant?

The main emphasis of the NPIP is to ensure the health and quality of avian flocks. The Program provides for a method of standardized certification that is recognized nationwide, and enhances a producer’s ability to engage in commercial sales and interstate transport of adult birds, chicks and hatching eggs.

If you become a participant:

• • • The health of your flock will be monitored through annual testing.

    • Your flock will be recognized as a participating member of the NPIP. The National NPIP website lists all hatcheries, dealers, and independent flocks in the United States and your information will be available to those who wish to purchase poultry from an NPIP source. Click here to view NPIP participants by state and territory.

    • Annual Pullorum Typhoid (PT) testing completed for purposes of the NPIP program will fulfill poultry show and county/state fairs exhibition requirements.

    • Interstate movement and shipment of your poultry is allowed with a VS Form 9-3 (always contact the NPIP Official State Agency to see if they have additional movement requirements).

What are the annual program requirements and what equipment will I need to purchase?

Participants are required to:

• • • Have an annual flock and premise(s) inspection

    • Test annually for Salmonella Pullorum Typhoid

    • Keep records of poultry purchases and sales using VS 9-3 forms

Participants can also have their flock tested for Avian Influenza (AI). This free testing is completed by an ISDA field representative and is strongly encouraged. Participants who test for AI can declare their flocks “AI Clean” on VS 9-3 forms.

There is no required equipment for NPIP certification. There is an annual ISDA NPIP testing fee for each participant which is $25.00. This covers the antigen, equipment, and inspector testing fees.

Other Resources:

More information on the NPIP, including monitoring and disease surveillance, can be found at www.poultryimprovement.org.

Please visit these sites for other poultry-related information:

• Avian Influenza
• Bird Biosecurity
• Poultry Monitoring and Surveillance

Nursery, Florist, & Landscaping

Resources

Nursery License Search

Nursery Application Form

NEW Online Nursery License Application Registration
How to Start a New Account and License
How to Renew an Existing License

Idaho State Horticultural Society (ISHS)

Idaho Nursery and Landscape Association

ISDA Investigator’s Work Area Map

Nursery Advisory Committee

For information about a Landscape Architect license, contact the Bureau of Occupational Licenses at 208-334-3233.

IDAHO STATE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

DIVISION OF AGRICULTURAL RESOURCES – PESTICIDE PROGRAMS

• • • • • • • • Pesticide Applicator Licensing & Certification

              • Pesticide Applicator Training

              • Exams & Study Materials

              • Pesticide Product Registration

              • Pesticide Disposal Program (PDP)

              • Worker Protection Standard  (WPS)

              • Pesticide Compliance

              • Chemigation Equipment

              • Pesticide & Chemigation Laws/Rules

Pesticide Applicator Licensing & Certification

Contact Information:

Elizabeth Palmateer

Program Manager

Phone: (208) 332-8600

Email: PesticideLicensing@ISDA.Idaho.gov

NEW– SET UP ONLINE CREDIT TRACKING & LICENSE RENEWAL!

Pesticide Applicator  Forms / License Applications

Applicator License Search

Pesticide Applicator Training

Contact Information:

Sherm Takatori

Program Manager

Phone: (208) 332-8609

Email: ApplicatorCertification@ISDA.Idaho.gov

NEW – Request an ISDA Trainer to Present at Your Event

Training Resources

Application to Host a Recertification Seminar

On-line Recertification Modules

Upcoming Recertification Seminars

Exam & Study Materials

Contact Information:

Blaine Sterling

Program Specialist

Phone: (208) 332-8663

Email: Exam@ISDA.Idaho.gov

NEW – Study Material Guide

NEW –  Purchase ISDA Pesticide Exam Study Material From The ISDA Marketplace

FREE – Downloadable  Study Materials & Manuals

GRATIS – Manuales y Materiales de Estudio para descargar en su computadora

Exam Registration 

Pesticide Disposal Program (PDP)

Contact Information:

Brandon Smith

Program Manager

Phone: (208) 332-8628

Email: PesticideDisposalProgram@ISDA.Idaho.gov 

2024 Pesticide Disposal Schedule

NEW-Pre-Registration for Pesticide Collections Exceeding 1,000 lbs.

PDP Historical Collection Data 1993 – Present

Worker Protection Standard  (WPS)

Contact Information: 

Mark Klimok

Program Specialist

Phone: (208) 661-5975

Email: WPS@ISDA.Idaho.gov 

EPA’s Agricultural Worker Protection Standard (WPS) aims to reduce pesticide poisonings and injuries among agricultural workers and pesticide handlers 

WORKER PROTECTION STANDARD RESOURCES:

Does the Worker Protection Standard apply to me? Take the quiz. 

Worker Protection Standard Information  

Worker Protection Standard – How To Comply Manual

Pesticide Compliance 

Contact Information:

Brian Slabaugh

Program Manager

Phone: (208) 332-8608

Email:  PesticideCompliance@ISDA.Idaho.gov

 The Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA), Division of Agricultural Resources, regulates the registration, sale, distribution, use, storage, and disposal of pesticides under the authority of state laws and rules governing pesticides and in conjunction with the United States Environment Protection Agency (EPA) who maintains a cooperative agreement with the ISDA Division of Agricultural Resources.  

Pesticide Damage 

https://agri.idaho.gov/pesticide-damage-claim/ 

Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) – Federal regulations relating to pesticides.  U.S. Code Chapter 6 

https://www.epa.gov/laws-regulations/summary-federal-insecticide-fungicide-and-rodenticide-act 

Idaho Pesticides and Chemigation Law – Chapter 34, Title 22, Idaho Code 

https://legislature.idaho.gov/statutesrules/idstat/title22/t22ch34/ 

Rules Governing Pesticide and Chemigation Use and Application – IDAPA 02.03.03 

https://adminrules.idaho.gov/rules/current/02/020303.pdf  

If you have questions about becoming compliant with pesticide laws or rules, or would like to know more information, please contact us via email.  

Chemigation Equipment

Contact Information:

Tony Noe

Program Specialist

Phone: (208) 332-8661

Email: Chemigation@ISDA.Idaho.gov  

Chemigation is the process by which chemicals (fertilizers or pesticides) are added to irrigation water to be applied to land, crops, or plants through an irrigation system.  Because of the potential for ground and surface water contamination from the injection of these chemicals, the Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA) monitors and regulates chemigation practices. 

Links: 

Approved Chemigation Equipment for Outdoor Agricultural Production 

Approved Chemigation Equipment for Domestic and Municipal Water Supplies 

Chemigation Equipment Approval Request Form 

Check Valve Certification Form for Independent Laboratories 

Pesticide Product Registration 

Contact Information:

Doug Chan

Program Specialist

Phone: (208) 332-8610

Email:  ProductRegistration@ISDA.Idaho.gov

Any pesticide which is distributed within this state shall be registered with the department, and such registration shall be renewed annually.

 ISDA Pesticide Database – Registrant Access

24C Special Local Need Registrations

Pesticide & Chemigation Laws & Rules

Agricultural Resources Laws & Rules

Weights and Measures Servicemen/Agencies

• Application
• Placed-In-Service
• Responsibilities
• Code

Serviceman Defined – ISDA W&M adopts Rules for the Registration of Serviceman and Service Agencies for Commercial Weighing and Measuring Devices. These rules define a registered serviceman as any individual who for hire, award, commission or any other payment of any kind, installs, services, repairs or reconditions a commercial weighing or measuring device, and who voluntarily registers himself with the Bureau of Weights and Measures.

Requirements To Be a Registered Serviceman – We will accept voluntary registration of a person that provides acceptable evidence that they are fully qualified to install, service, repair, or recondition a device; has a thorough working knowledge of appropriate weights and measures laws, orders, rules; and has available for use appropriate weights and measures standards and testing equipment. The rules in no way preclude or limit the right  of any qualified individual not registered to install, service, repair, or recondition devices. A registered serviceman testing standards must be calibrated every 2 years. The Director may, for good cause, after investigation, suspend or revoke a Certificate of Registration.

Placing-in-Service – A registrant has the authority to remove an official rejection tag or mark placed on a weighing or measuring device by the authority of the Director; place in service, until such time as an official examination can be made a device that has been officially rejected; and place in service, until such time as an official examination can be made, a new or used device.

Within 24 hours after a device is restored to service, or placed in service, an in service report must be submitted by mail (PO BOX 7249, Boise, ID, 83707) or emailed.

All Registered Service persons must follow the current version of National Institute of Standards and Technology Handbook 44; Specifications, Tolerances, And Other Technical Requirements for Weighing and Measuring Devices. This document is adopted by reference as the stahttps://www.ncwm.com/publicationsndard for weighing and measuring equipment in the State of Idaho. 

Seed Buyers

Seed buyers, regulated by the Warehouse Control Program, purchase a wide variety of seed crops such as wheat, beans, peas, alfalfa, grass, vegetable and a number of other diverse seed crops grown in Idaho.  Seed Buyers are licensed in accordance with Title 22, Chapter 51, Idaho Code. The Seed Indemnity Fund (SIF) offers additional protection for producers in the event of a seed buyer failure. This $12 million dollar fund is supported by producer’s assessments and allows producers to recoup 90% of their approved verified claim in the event of a failure. Currently the SIF is not collecting assessments, but quarterly reporting is still required.

Licensing Info:

The Seed Buyer licensing period is for one year.

If the applicant has an Idaho Seed Dealer License, there is no fee for a Seed Buyer License.  Otherwise, both the original and the renewal license fee for a seed buyer is $350.  A license which has expired may be reinstated for a fee of $100 plus the renewal fee, if applicable, if filed within 30 days of expiration.  Applications received after the 30 day reinstatement period shall be considered original applications and the license fee will be the original license fee, if applicable, along with the $100 reinstatement fee.

Licensing Requirements:

1. Seed Buyer License Application
2. Applicable Fees
3. Seed Buyer Bond.  At the discretion of the Director, an irrevocable letter of credit or certificate of deposit can be submitted in lieu of a bond.
4. A current and sufficient policy of insurance (General Liability & Stock Coverage) covering losses.
5. A written schedule of conditioning, bagging, and testing charges.
6. Provide with the initial application only an audited or reviewed financial statement prepared by an independent CPA or LPA in accordance with GAAP completed no more than 12 months prior to application.

IDAHO STATE LAWS & RULES

Seed Indemnity Fund Law

Pure Seed Law

Rules Governing the Seed Indemnity Fund

SEED BUYER LICENSING FORMS

Seed Buyer Application

Seed Buyer Bond

Commodity Dealer/Seed Buyer Bond

Warehouse/Seed Buyer Bond

SEED INDEMNITY FUND (SIF) FORMS

SIF Quarterly Report

SIF Species Report

SIF Amendment Form

OTHER LICENSES

Warehouse

Commodity Dealer

Idaho State Department of Agriculture
SEED BUYER LICENSEES

Licensee information was updated November 6, 2023. To ensure that you are dealing with a licensed seed buyer, please call (208) 332-8660. If an unlicensed person or business contacts you to buy your seed, please report them to Warehouse Control at (208) 332-8660. A Licensee is only listed once, but may have multiple business locations. Each location must display a valid license for that location.

NAME & LOCATION*

The following licenses have changed in the last 12 months; reason for change can include voluntary surrender, a merger with another company, failure to re-apply for licensing, temporary suspension, or revocation:

1. Legacy Seeds (Acquired by Legacy Seeds Acquisition LLC) Nampa, ID

2. Clearwater Seed (Acquired by RSK Seed Inc.) Spokane, WA

3. Agspring Idaho, LLC dba Thresher Artisan Wheat (Acquired by The Arthur Companies, Inc.) Blackfoot, ID

4. Snake River Seed Cooperative (Acquired by Snake River Seed Cooperative, Inc.) Boise, ID

5. L.M. Davenport, Inc. (Acquired by Agrisource, Inc.) Gooding, ID

6. Centennial Seed Company, Inc. (Voluntary Surrender) Twin Falls, ID

7. Charter Seed Company, Inc. (Acquired by Illinois Foundation Seeds, Inc.) Nampa, ID

* Locations listed are the Licensee’s primary place of business in the State of Idaho or the closest office location to Idaho.

Seed Dealer’s Licensing

• Seed Dealer’s License and Exemption Application, Fiscal Year 2024 (July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024)
  • Seed Dealer’s License and Exemption Application 
  • Seed Dealer’s License Attachment (use if more than 5 licenses/company, in addition to the application above) 

Warehouses

Warehouses store and market a wide variety of agricultural commodities such as wheat, barley, oats, dry edible beans, peas, lentils and canola/ rapeseed grown in Idaho. They are regulated under the Warehouse Control Program and are examined by Idaho State Department of Agriculture warehouse examiners to ensure that a warehouse operator continues to maintain a stock of agricultural commodities reflective of what has been deposited by producers.  Warehouses are licensed in accordance with Title 69, Chapter 2, Idaho Code. The Commodity Indemnity Fund (CIF) offers additional protection for producers in the event of a warehouse failure.  This $12 million dollar fund is supported by producer’s assessments and allows producers to recoup 90% of their approved verified claim in the event of a failure. The CIF is not currently collecting assessments, but quarterly reporting is still required.

Licensing Info:

The Warehouse licensing period is for one year.

Both the original and the renewal fees for a Warehouse are based on capacity in hundredweight:

A license which has expired may be reinstated for a fee of $500 plus the renewal fee if filed within 30 days of expiration.  Applications received after the 30 day reinstatement period shall be considered original applications and the license fee will be the original license fee, along with the $500 reinstatement fee.

Licensing Requirements:

1. Warehouse License Application
2. Applicable Fees
3. Warehouseman’s Bond.  At the discretion of the Director, an irrevocable letter of credit or certificate of deposit can be submitted in lieu of a bond.  Refer to Bonded Warehouse Law for bond amount requirement.
4. Effective insurance policy (General Liability & Stock Coverage) insuring agricultural commodities that may be stored.
5. An audited or reviewed financial statement prepared by an independent CPA or LPA in accordance to GAAP, prepared not more than ninety (90) days prior to date of application.
6. Current drawing of the warehouse, which shows storage facilities and capacity calculations.

*If you wish to also purchase seed from Idaho producers, you can do so by licensing as a Seed Buyer and acquiring a Warehouseman/Seed Buyer Bond.

IDAHO STATE LAWS & RULES

Bonded Warehouse Law

Bonded Warehouse Rules

WAREHOUSE LICENSING FORMS

Warehouse License Application

Warehouse Bond

Warehouse/Seed Buyer Bond

COMMODITY INDEMNITY FUND (CIF) FORMS

CIF Quarterly Report

CIF Species Report

CIF Amendment Form

SEED INDEMNITY FUND (SIF) FORMS

SIF Quarterly Report

SIF Species Report

SIF Amendment Form

OTHER LICENSES

Commodity Dealer

Seed Buyer

ELECTRONIC WAREHOUSE RECEIPTS

FSA Approved Providers

Idaho State Department of Agriculture
BONDED WAREHOUSE LICENSEES

Licensee information was updated November 3, 2023. To ensure that you are dealing with a licensed bonded warehouse, please call (208) 332-8660. If an unlicensed person or business contacts you to buy/store your crop, please report them to Warehouse Control at (208) 332-8660. A Licensee is only listed once but may have multiple business locations. Each location must display a valid license for that location.  For a list of Federally licensed warehouses CLICK HERE.

NAME & LOCATION*

The following companies are licensed in the State of Idaho through the Idaho/Washington Cooperative Licensing Agreement to act as warehouses/commodity dealers:

The following licenses have changed in the last 12 months; reason for change can include voluntary surrender, a sale to or merger with another company, failure to re-apply for licensing, temporary suspension, or revocation.

1. L.M. Davenport, Inc. (Acquired by Agrisource, Inc.) Gooding, ID

* Locations listed are the Licensee’s primary place of business in the State of Idaho.

Weighmasters

Weighmaster licensing is no longer required in Idaho as of July 1st, 2020.  The 2020 Idaho Legislature, in conjunction with ISDA removed the application and license fee requirement.

A person who weighs grains, dry peas, potato starch, dry beans, leguminous and all other small seeds, hay, wool, bulk potatoes, bulk fertilizers, sugar beets and feeds (not including minerals) commercially is considered a Weighmaster.  These individuals must ensure accurate weighing and correct weight tickets.

Instructions for Accurate Weighing

BALANCE THE SCALE – make sure nothing is binding or interfering with the deck or live parts of the scale, and balance the scale at zero each day at the start of weighing, before any commodity is weighed, when a weighmaster resumes weighing after an absence from the scale, or at any time before weighing when a balance change has occurred.

WEIGHING – The vehicle scale used to weigh commodities must be sufficient length and capacity to weigh an entire vehicle as a single draft (NIST Handbook 44, UR.3.3).  Weight of a coupled combination may be determined by uncoupling the various elements and weighing each unit separately as a single draft, and adding the results.  A Gross and a Tare weight need to be recorded for each net weight.  Weight tickets need to be complete, including: date, identification of commodity and owner, three weight entries, and signature of weighmaster.

WEIGHER’S RESPONSIBILITY – The primary responsibility of a weighmaster is to determine and record the true weight of a commodity without prejudice or favor, without regard for commodity ownership, price, condition, shrink, or other considerations.  All growers, sellers, packers, dealers, drivers, handlers or other having legitimate interest in a commodity being weighed, are entitled to observe the balancing, weighing, and recording procedures. A weighmaster must not deny that right or withhold from them any information pertaining to the weight.

Responsibilities & Services