By Joe Jerek
The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) reminds ginseng harvesters and dealers of new regulations that become effective July 1. MDC sent letters to registered ginseng dealers with the information late last year after regulations were approved. MDC also provided information to ginseng dealers to share with harvesters.
Under the new regulations, a Ginseng Dealer Permit will be required to buy and sell ginseng in Missouri starting July 1. The permit will cost $100 for a Missouri resident and $300 for a non-resident. Only holders of a Ginseng Dealer Permit may buy uncertified ginseng. New regulations will also require all ginseng root sold by a dealer to be certified.
Source : mo.gov