How do I become NPIP certified?

[Cyprus]

In the state of WI, how is this done? I have the application but I still have questions. Do I need to get each bird P/t tested first, then submit their test results WITH the application or do they send someone to test?

I'm retiring my layers in June so I'm planning to apply afterwards but I want to get all my ducks in a row. I have a tester in my city, so I just need to know more details. My premesis is registered, so I have a premesis ID. What else do I need to do? I have 2 breeder pullets from an NPIP flock with papers.

How long does it usually take to get certified?

Thanks,
Cyprus

If you need more info please ask.

 

[R2elk]

Wisconsin Bird and Game Breeders

"If you wish to become an NPIP member, contact the Wisconsin Dept. of Agriculture, P.O. Box 891, Madison, WI 53708-8911 or call Margie Probst at (608)224-4877 or Dr. Myron Kebus at (608)224-4876."

I am sure they can answer all of your questions.

Since it is illegal to bring poultry or hatching eggs into Wisconsin unless they are from an NPIP source with the appropriate paperwork included, I would not post on a public forum about an illegal activity.

 

[333113]

Sad to say, for a Federal program, every state seems to be different. In Missouri, I pay nothing for the State to test my birds, all I have to do is schedule the date, once a year. They come to my house to do the testing. AI-free testing is the same, free, but twice a year. If you take your birds to the Missouri State Fair, they will test them free on entry, too. My friends in other states like Oklahoma pay by the bird.
There is a web site for the NPIP program:
http://www.poultryimprovement.org
The list of the state agencies to contact is there. I'm not familiar with the Wisconsin rules, but this is the contact information to find out.
Hope this helps!

 

[333113]

Wisconsin Bird and Game Breeders

"If you wish to become an NPIP member, contact the Wisconsin Dept. of Agriculture, P.O. Box 891, Madison, WI 53708-8911 or call Margie Probst at (608)224-4877 or Dr. Myron Kebus at (608)224-4876."

I am sure they can answer all of your questions.

Since it is illegal to bring poultry or hatching eggs into Wisconsin unless they are from an NPIP source with the appropriate paperwork included, I would not post on a public forum about an illegal activity.

Since NPIP is defined as a voluntary program, I would also ask your NPIP contact what the rules are in your state. Again, every state is different. I have heard that in some states hatching eggs are not covered by NPIP rules. It's best to check with the real authority for your state.

 

[Cyprus]

So if I just get all my birds tested, regardless of origin, should that theoretically be possible? Only 2 populations of my birds came from NPIP sources. Please note, WI doesn't require NPIP to sell within state, but it does require Wisconsin tested or associate flocks.

 

[333113]

I got my entire flock tested a few years ago, and have renew-tested ever since. Then, any birds or hatching eggs that I produce out of my flock are covered. For sales, I can send an electronic form to the new owner when I ship the birds or eggs. For shows, I just send a copy of my certificate plus a copy of the form showing that I have that breed registered with NPIP, along with my entry form. I also bring photocopies of those documents, too, in case the show superintendent needs the copy. It has made everything so much easier for me.

 

[R2elk]

Since NPIP is defined as a voluntary program, I would also ask your NPIP contact what the rules are in your state. Again, every state is different. I have heard that in some states hatching eggs are not covered by NPIP rules. It's best to check with the real authority for your state.

You can do the research just like I did. You will find that all states include hatching eggs as part of their poultry programs. No state excludes hatching eggs from their import regulations. Yes, I am aware that there are many people not only on eBay and here that are illegally shipping hatching eggs. If they get caught (it does happen) they don't get to go in front of their local Justice of the Peace because it involves crossing state lines, they end up in federal court.

 

[333113]

You can do the research just like I did. You will find that all states include hatching eggs as part of their poultry programs. No state excludes hatching eggs from their import regulations. Yes, I am aware that there are many people not only on eBay and here that are illegally shipping hatching eggs. If they get caught (it does happen) they don't get to go in front of their local Justice of the Peace because it involves crossing state lines, they end up in federal court.

I still have to suggest checking with your NPIP authority. The NPIP program does not have penalties assigned, so I very sincerely doubt that federal courts would be involved unless there is mail fraud involved. The individual states, however, do have rules. The program manager for your state should be able to tell you what the rules are, or who in your state can tell you what the rules are. Remember that the rules I am talking about are not always just laws, but also administrative regulations and guidelines.
When people enroll their flocks in NPIP, it's for the good of all poultry raisers. I am not going to bad-mouth poultry raisers who do not see their way clear to using the program, since obviously in some states there is a significant cost involved. And I am not going to shake a stick at people who buy and sell poultry without consulting their state rules. I am going to say, if you care about breeding good poultry, then you will want to find out the rules and follow them.

 

[Cyprus]

I still have to suggest checking with your NPIP authority. The NPIP program does not have penalties assigned, so I very sincerely doubt that federal courts would be involved unless there is mail fraud involved. The individual states, however, do have rules. The program manager for your state should be able to tell you what the rules are, or who in your state can tell you what the rules are. Remember that the rules I am talking about are not always just laws, but also administrative regulations and guidelines.
When people enroll their flocks in NPIP, it's for the good of all poultry raisers. I am not going to bad-mouth poultry raisers who do not see their way clear to using the program, since obviously in some states there is a significant cost involved. And I am not going to shake a stick at people who buy and sell poultry without consulting their state rules. I am going to say, if you care about breeding good poultry, then you will want to find out the rules and follow them.

I appreciate your valuable input. Thank you.

 

[Fairview01]

The quest to become NPIP is one of the most roads people travel. The requirements for intrastate sales of poultry are generally more relaxed and in some states unregulated and uncontrolled for non commercial (read backyard hobbyists) . If you believe having NPIP status will allow you to charge more and help you sell more - well I wouldn't hold my breath for that to happen sorry to say.

Now for interstate sales what your state requires for their NPIP program doesn't mean squat to the state the buyer lives in. The seller must meet the poultry health requirements for the state the buyer lives in. Some states require simply NPIP to the P/T level, other states require that plus AI testing while still others require NPIP to include P/T and AI level plus veterinarian health certificates for each bird. Each state has different requirements for poultry coming into the state. What your state requires for NPIP may or may not be acceptable to the state the buyer lives in.