HARTFORD, CT — The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) reminds holders of select licenses and permits that their credentials are due for renewal and will expire on June 30, 2026. During the first two weeks of May, CT DoAg issued 1,419 initial renewal notices for credentials set to expire on that date, covering 13 distinct credential types.
“Renewing these licenses on time is a critical part of ensuring that Connecticut’s agricultural products and animal related services meet the highest standards for safety and quality,” said Agriculture Commissioner Bryan P. Hurlburt. “Our licensing system plays a key role in protecting consumers, supporting responsible business practices, and preserving the integrity of our state’s food and agricultural industries.”
Renewal is required for the following licenses and permits:
- Milk Producer, Retail Raw Milk Producer, Raw Milk Cheese Manufacturer (dairy farms)
- Cheese Manufacturer
- Commercial Fertilizer Manufacturer
- Livestock Dealer
- Live Poultry Dealer
- Milk Laboratory
- Milk Dealer (processors)
- Retail Dairy Store (Note: these are on a two-year cycle, and some will renew in 2027)
Licensees and permittees who have not received their renewal notice are encouraged to contact the CT DoAg Licensing Unit at AgLicensing@ct.gov. To ensure timely processing, individuals should provide their license or permit number and the associated business name.
CT DoAg’s Licensing Unit, part of the Bureau of Regulatory Services, administers more than 7,200 active licenses and permits across 48 credential types registering a wide range of agricultural related credentials from businesses in Connecticut, throughout the United States, and internationally.
These credentials cover a broad array of agriculturally based products and activities, including feed, fertilizer, and seed sold in Connecticut; pet shops, commercial kennels, grooming and training facilities; milk processors and dealers; raw milk producers; cheese manufacturers; shellfish harvesters, producers, and shippers; and those involved in the sale of cattle and swine.
For detailed information about agricultural licensing requirements, please visit the License and Permits sections of the CT DoAg website.
The Connecticut Department of Agriculture (CT DoAg) mission is to foster a healthy economic, environmental, and social climate for agriculture by developing, promoting, and regulating agricultural businesses; protecting agricultural and aquacultural resources; enforcing laws pertaining to domestic animals; and promoting an understanding among the state's citizens of the diversity of Connecticut agriculture, its cultural heritage, and its contribution to the state's economy. For more information, visit www.CTGrown.gov.
