Iowa Code § 196.4: Producers and hatcheries exempt.

1. Producers who sell eggs produced exclusively by their own flocks directly to handlers, or to consumers, shall not be required to demonstrate to the department or the United States department of agriculture inspector their capability to perform candling and grading.

2. A hatchery shall obtain an egg handler’s license pursuant to section 196.3 if it purchases eggs which are not used for hatching purposes.