(a) The Secretary may establish a farmstead cheese program after the Secretary:
(1) Adopts regulations to implement the program; and
(2) Issues a milk processor – farmstead cheese producer permit to a qualified applicant.
(b) Subject to the availability of sufficient inspection and testing staff, equipment, and other resources, the Secretary may issue milk processor – farmstead cheese producer permits under the program.
(c) To qualify for a milk processor – farmstead cheese producer permit the applicant shall meet any requirements established by the Department by regulation.