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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 10Ch. 8Art. 1§ 21703 Livestock Sale Documentation Requirements

§ 21703 Livestock Sale Documentation Requirements

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§ 21703 Livestock Sale Documentation Requirements

Key Takeaways

  • •When selling or moving animals, you must fill out a special form called 'Bill of Sale or Consignment'.
  • •The form must include details like when the animals are sold, where they are going, who is selling them, and who is buying them.
  • •You also need to describe the animals, including any brands they have, and write down who is transporting them and the vehicle's license number.
  • •The owner or their representative must sign the form.

Example

A farmer sells a cow to another farmer.

The farmer must fill out the 'Bill of Sale or Consignment' form with details like the date of sale, where the cow is going, the names and addresses of both farmers, a description of the cow, and who is transporting the cow. The farmer must also sign the form.

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§ 21703 Livestock Sale Documentation Requirements

Except as provided in Section 21058, bills of sale or consignment required by any provision of Division 9 (commencing with Section 16301) or Division 10 (commencing with Section 20001) shall be made on the “Bill of Sale or Consignment” form approved by the director, and shall state all of the following information for animals sold or consigned: (a) The date of sale or consignment. (b) The loading point. (c) The name and address of the owner or the consignor, or both. (d) The destination. (e) The number and description of the animals including their brands, if any. (f) The name and address of the buyer or consignee, or both. (g) The name of the transporter or carrier and the license number of the vehicle used to transport the animals. (h) The signature of the owner or his authorized agent. (Amended by Stats. 1979, Ch. 318.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

Bill of Sale or ConsignmentdirectorSection 21058Division 9Division 10

Related Statutes

  • § 34001.5 Ultra-Pasteurized Milk Standards
  • § 5701 Pest Control Quarantine Authority
  • § 5702 Plant Pest Release Permit
  • § 12202 License Renewal Penalties
  • § 12203 Pesticide Applicator Licensing Examination

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 21703.
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