Creation of a new food establishment in rule identified as a Limited Poultry and Egg Farm Operation including a definition of such operation; establishment of a permit fee that is lower than current fee category; providing the regulatory parameters for such operation; and, allowing for USDA exemptions applicable to such operations. A series of three public workshops were held to receive comments and concerns on the draft rule language. A number of verbal recommendations were received as well and several written comments for revision of proposed rule language. Additionally, a distribution list of small farmers and other interested individuals has been created and utilized to provide updates on the rule language and notification of the pending rule adoption.