Tagging Shellstock from Private Leases and State-Owned Reefs

Tagging Shellstock from Private Leases and State-Owned Reefs A. All on-bottom and off-bottom molluscan shellfish reef lessees must adhere to the labeling and tagging rules and regulations outlined in the Lease Agreement for Oyster Production, or Molluscan Shellfish Commercial On-Bottom Lease Permit, and the most current version of the NSSP Model Ordinance. B. Harvest tags not originating directly from the MDMR Authority for Commercial On- Bottom Lease Harvest and Commercial Aquaculture Harvest must receive approval from the MDMR Authority in accordance with the most current version of the NSSP Model Ordinance before use. All tags not originating directly from the MDMR Authority must abide by the guidelines in this Part. C. All harvest tags for state-owned reefs must originate from the MDMR Authority in accordance with the most current version of the NSSP Model Ordinance. D. Harvest tags must meet the following requirements: 1. Shall be durable and waterproof. 2. Shall be at least 5 ½ x 2 ¾ inches in size. 3. Shall stay affixed to the container until the container is in the possession of an individual or business who is licensed and certified to sell shellfish. 4. Shall not be reused. 5. Harvesters must complete all information on the tag, including: i. The harvester's identification number as assigned by the MDMR Authority. ii. Harvest Date. iii. Harvest Area. iv. Type of molluscan shellfish. v. Quantity of molluscan shellfish. vi. The statement “THIS TAG IS REQUIRED TO BE ATTACHED UNTIL CONTAINER IS EMPTY OR IS RETAGGED AND THEREAFTER KEPT ON FILE FOR 90 DAYS” in bold capitalized type. E. Shellstock must be landed at an approved dock, with tags attached prior to shipment. Tags shall be filled out with indelible, legible information in accordance with the most current version of the NSSP Model Ordinance. F. It is unlawful for any person, firm, or corporation harvesting from state-owned reefs to have possession of tags in excess of the daily sack limit. G. All shellstock tags must be affixed to the outside of the sack or container.