USDA Extends Harmonized GAP Assistance Program for Fruit and Vegetable Growers in 16 States
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has extended the USDA Harmonized Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) Assistance Program to remain available to eligible producers until all allocated funds are depleted. The program helps fruit and vegetable growers in 16 states enhance market access by paying the cost of user fees for voluntary audits.
Grain Fees for Official Inspection and Weighing Services Under the United States Grain Standards Act
Docket Number: AMS–FGIS–20–0094
Effective Date: January 1, 2021
Summary
The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is announcing the 2021 fee schedule for official inspection and weighing services performed under the USGSA, as amended, in order to comply with Federal Grain Inspection Service regulations and the Agriculture Reauthorizations Act of 2015. This action publishes the annual review of Schedule A fees calculation and the resulting fees.
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USDA Approves Hemp Production Plans for Rhode Island, the Soboba Band of Luiseno Indians
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the approval of hemp production plans under the U.S. Domestic Hemp Production Program for Rhode Island and the Soboba Band of Luiseno Indians, bringing the total number of approved plans to 72.
USDA Seeks Organizations to Nominate Members to the United Sorghum Checkoff Program Board
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is accepting applications from sorghum associations and farm organizations interested in nominating sorghum producers to the United Sorghum Checkoff Program Board. Applications are due by Feb. 7, 2021.
State, regional or national organizations that wish to participate in nominating individuals for board membership must be one of the following:
USWA FY 2020 Annual Report
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) today released the United States Warehouse Act (USWA) Fiscal Year 2020 Annual Report detailing USWA operations, financial information, stakeholder partnerships, and efficiencies and cost savings gained throughout the year. AMS’ goal is to provide efficient, effective, and customer-focused services in support of the USWA.
USDA Seeks Organizations to Nominate Members to the Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is accepting applications from state cattle associations or state general farm organizations interested in nominating beef, dairy or veal producers or importers to the Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board. Applications are due by Feb. 7, 2021.
State cattle associations or state general farm organizations that wish to participate in nominating individuals for board membership must meet the following criteria:
USDA Seeks Organizations to Nominate Members to the American Lamb Board
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is accepting applications from lamb producers, seedstock producers, feeders or first handler organizations interested in nominating members to the American Lamb Board. Applications are due by Feb. 6, 2021.
State, regional or national organizations that wish to participate in nominating individuals for board membership must meet the following criteria: