Maryland Agriculture Section 9-603

      The Secretary may:

            (1)      Conduct research to determine ginseng population trends, propagation techniques or ways of conserving ginseng;

            (2)      Promote the conservation and export of ginseng;

            (3)      Establish standards for the certification of ginseng intended for export;

            (4)      Establish guidelines and requirements for the conservation and harvesting of ginseng;

            (5)      Require that records be kept by any person who harvests or buys ginseng intended for sale; and

            (6)      Establish conditions under which a permit or registration may be suspended or revoked.