(a) Audits. Producers may be audited by the USDA. The audit may include a review of records and documentation, and may include site visits to farms, fields, greenhouses, storage facilities, or other locations affiliated with the producer's hemp operation. The inspection may include the current crop year, as well as any previous crop year(s). The audit may be performed remotely or in person.

(b) Frequency of audit verifications. Audit verifications may be performed once every three (3) years unless otherwise determined by USDA. If the results of the audit find negligent violations, a corrective action plan may be established.

(c) Assessment of producer's hemp operations for conformance. The producer's operational procedures, documentation, and recordkeeping, and other practices may be verified during the onsite audit verification. The auditor may also visit the production, cultivation, or storage areas for hemp listed on the producer's license.

(1) Records and documentation. The auditor shall assess whether required reports, records, and documentation are properly maintained for accuracy and completeness.

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(d) Audit reports. Audit reports will be issued to the licensee within 60 days after the audit is concluded. If USDA determines under an audit that the producer is not compliant with this part, USDA shall require a corrective action plan. The producer's implementation of a corrective action plan may be reviewed by USDA during a future site visit or audit.