SearchWhat the source says
Part 117 treats farm-definition activities on a farm mixed-type facility differently from activities outside the farm definition; hazard-analysis, supply-chain, cGMP, and qualified-facility provisions depend on the exact operation.
Sources checked August 18, 2026 · 21 CFR Part 117 and 21 CFR 1.227; State and local rules are not included.
Conditions, thresholds, exceptions, and duties
Farm boundaryPart 117 adopts the farm and mixed-type facility definitions in 21 CFR 1.227. 21 CFR 117.3; 1.227
Activities within the farm definitionFarm-definition activities on a farm mixed-type facility are outside the hazard-analysis and supply-chain subparts, while activities outside that definition can be subject to 21 CFR 117.5(g)(1) and related provisions. 21 CFR 117.5(g)–(h)
Qualified facilitiesA qualified facility can use the modified requirements in 21 CFR 117.201 when the stated sales and end-user conditions are met, and the facility must maintain the required food safety plan or applicable records. 21 CFR 117.5(a); 117.201
What this source does not answer
- The source does not decide whether a particular activity is within the farm definition or is additional manufacturing or processing.
- The operation's ownership, location, commodities, processing, and sales facts require separate review.
- Registration, produce-safety, State, Tribal, and local requirements are outside this federal guide.
What to check next
- What occurs at each location?
- Which activities are harvesting, packing, holding, manufacturing, or processing?
- Does the operation satisfy the farm definition?
- Does a retail-food-establishment exclusion apply?
- Are off-farm activities part of a mixed-type facility?