MT DEPARTMENT OF LIVESTOCK PO BOX 202001 HELENA, MONTANA 59620-2001 (406) 444-7323/FAX (406) 444-1929 livemail@mt.gov

ANIMAL HEALTH & FOOD SAFETY DIVISION (406) 444-2976 BRANDS ENFORCEMENT DIVISION (406) 444-2045 CENTRALIZED SERVICES DIVISION (406) 444-4994 EXECUTIVE OFFICE (406) 444-9321

Licenses with the Montana Department of Livestock Meat, Milk, and Egg Inspection bureau cost 25.00 and are renewed annually on December 31st. State inspection is provided at no charge, except for any hours of inspection over an eight-hour shift, on weekends, holidays, or for slaughter/processing of voluntary species (i.e. elk) which are charged according to Title 9 C.F.R 307.5, 307.6, and 352.5. These are subject to budget limitations imposed by the Montana Legislature and availability of staff in your area.

The general process for an official grant of inspection follows these guidelines:

  • Written request for inspection sent to MMEIOffice@mt.gov or above-mentioned mailing address.
  • Basic requirement letter sent to potential plant. (This letter).
  • When you believe the facility meets the basic requirements, reach out to the supervisor.
  • Application is emailed to the applicant and returned to MMEIOffice@mt.gov or by mail.
  • Review of facility by the supervisor.
  • HACCP training, HACCP plans, and SSOP created and completed.
  • Address any paperwork and other identified non-compliances with the supervisor.
  • ■ Final Review and Food Safety Assessment completed by the Department.
  • ■ Establishment number is assigned.
  • Grant of Inspection is issued.

Once you have reviewed this letter and the related documents and links and believe that you met the basic requirements complete the enclosed Application for Inspection Form MI-101 and return it via email to MMEIOffice@mt.gov or via mail to the mailing address below:

The Montana Department of Livestock Meat, Milk, and Egg Inspection Bureau P.O. Box 202001 Helena, MT 59620-2001

Throughout the process inspection staff will assist you with more specialized help.

Sincerely,

Olivia Johnson

Olivia Johnson Montana Department of Livestock