How do the regulations affect participants whose actions result in the revocation of a certificate?
Individuals who act for and represent certified producers are subject to enforcement action should their actions result in violations of the regulations. For example, an employee who fraudulently misrepresents the certified producers may be subject to revocation of their participation rights in all direct marketing activities. If such findings are determined by the County Agricultural Commissioner, they may specify the time period in which the employee cannot participate in any phase of direct marketing. However, certified producers are liable for the actions of their agents. Actions by their agents may result in the revocation of the certified producer’s certificates as well. This provision also applies to certified producers who have had their certificate revoked, either as a result of the circumstances noted above, or when violations have been issued directly to the certified producer. If the certificate is revoked, the certified producer may also not be allowed to participate in an
