Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024
Section 61-19-4 - Minimum testing requirements4.1. During at least four separate months within any consecutive six-month period, each dairy plant or co-operative association shall collect and submit producer raw milk samples to a laboratory for examination to determine the somatic cell count of the samples. Samples shall be representative of all raw milk shipped from bulk tanks and received in cans.4.2. During at least four separate months within any consecutive six-month period, each dairy plant or co-operative association shall collect and submit individual producer raw milk samples to a laboratory for examination to determine the bacterial count of the samples. Samples shall be representative of all raw milk shipped from bulk tanks and all raw milk received in cans.4.3. Samples shall be analyzed at an approved official or officially designated laboratory. All sampling procedures and required laboratory examinations shall be in substantial compliance with the rules set by the commissioner.4.4. Concurrent with all test results made to a producer regarding bacteria counts, sediment, or inhibited substances, the laboratory and/or dairy plant shall send a copy of the results to the designated representative of the Commissioner.