How will wild mushrooms be traced for food service establishments?

The "North Carolina Wild Mushroom Verification Form" must be completed and signed by the wild mushroom forager and the person in charge (PIC) of the permitted food establishment. The following are also required:

  • Must be maintained in the food establishment for at least 90 days from the date of sale
  • Includes identification of the mushroom species by the scientific and common name, the name, address and telephone number of the wild mushroom forager and the food establishment, and a statement describing the qualifications and training of the wild mushroom forager
  • Specifies the species of wild mushroom(s) the forager is qualified to identify


The "North Carolina Wild Mushroom Verification/Sale Tag" must be attached to the container in which the wild harvested mushrooms are received and the container is empty. The tag must contain the following information:

  • Retained for 30 days and shall include the name and address of the wild mushroom forager
  • States the forage location, date foraged, date delivered to the food establishment
  • Records the date the container is empty
  • Records the species of mushrooms and the quantity by weight (of each species)

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1. What does the food code say about wild foraged mushrooms?
2. Why use an approved mushroom expert?
3. How do experts prove their credentials to the health department?
4. How will wild mushrooms be traced for food service establishments?
5. What wild foraged mushroom species will be allowed in North Carolina restaurants?
6. Are there other resources available?