N.D. Cent. Code § 4.1-26-02: Milk marketing board - Membership

1.The milk marketing board consists of:

a.A dairy farmer appointed by the governor from a list of two names submitted by the milk producers association of North Dakota;

b.A processor appointed by the governor from a list of two names submitted by the North Dakota dairy industries association;

c.A retailer appointed by the governor from a list of two names submitted by the North Dakota grocers association; and

d.Two consumer representatives appointed by the governor, provided that neither consumer representative may have a financial interest in a dairy farm nor in an entity that processes, distributes, or sells milk products.

2.An individual is not qualified to serve on the board if the individual held any other public office, in an elected or an appointed capacity, during the two-year period preceding appointment to the board.

3.A member of the board may not hold any other public office, in an elected or an appointed capacity, during the member's term of office.

4.In considering individuals for appointment to the board, the governor shall ensure that a geographic balance is maintained.