Status of State and Tribal Hemp Production Plans for USDA Approval
This table summarizes the submission and approval status of State and Tribal hemp production plans. Once a plan is formally submitted, USDA has 60 days to approve or disapprove the plan. Once a plan is approved by USDA, it remains in effect unless suspended or revoked by USDA pursuant to the procedures described in the Final Rule, or unless the State or Tribe revises their plan and resubmits it for USDA approval.
Status Descriptors
Grant Webinars
U.S. Department of Agriculture Agricultural Marketing Service grant funding to support local and regional food markets and enterprises; value-added agricultural products; and research, production, and marketing for U.S. agricultural products.
AMS will host webinars to help applicants understand the application process and requirements including eligibility.
Upcoming Webinars
none at this time.
Requests for Nominations: National Organic Standards Board
Docket Number: AMS–NOP–20–0017
Dates: Written nominations must be postmarked on or before June 1, 2020.
Summary
FAQ’s: Related to COVID-19 impact on the Fruit and Vegetable industry
Q. I have been contacted by several customers that purchased produce from me requesting extensions to our payment terms or to make partial payments as a result of the economic turmoil relating to the COVID-19 emergency. I understand the predicament my customers are facing and am willing to try and help, but I am afraid I could jeopardize my trust rights under PACA. Is there a way I can be flexible in receiving payment but not undermine my PACA trust rights?
Information for Hemp Testing Laboratories
For information on registering a hemp testing laboratory with the Drug Enforcement Administration please visit the DEA Division Control Division website.