North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 106. Agriculture § 106-501.3. Exemptions to registration

(1) A farmer or group of farmers in the sale of fruits and vegetables produced by the farmer or group of farmers.

(2) A handler who pays at the time of purchase with United States cash currency or a cash equivalent, such as a money order, cashier's check, wire transfer, electronic funds transfer, or PIN-based debit transaction, or a credit card.

(3) A restaurant.

(4) A retailer that sells fruits and vegetables to end-use consumers through retail establishments or food stands operated by the company, its affiliates, or subsidiaries.