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Ginseng

The ginseng certification program was established in 1994 (7 MRSA section 2225: Ginseng and Agriculture Rules Chapter 250:Certifying American Ginseng) to facilitate the export of ginseng while meeting the requirements of the Convention for International Trade of Endangered Species of Flora and Fauna (CITES).

Growers interested in selling cultivated ginseng to out of state markets must apply for a license (.pdf). The license process includes a site visit to ensure that the site is free of wild ginseng and to help the grower determine the best place for planting. Harvested ginseng is weighed and an origin certificate is issued that must accompany the shipment to its final sale. The state only certifies cultivated ginseng and does not certify wild harvested ginseng.

More information about growing ginseng

Contact the horticulture program at (207)287-3891 or email Horticulture with any questions regarding growing and selling ginseng.

 

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