The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced plans to purchase Canned Dried Beans and Canned Spinach for distribution to various food nutrition assistance programs. Purchases will be made under the authority of Section 32 of the Act of August 24, 1935, with the purpose to encourage the continued domestic consumption of these products by diverting them from the normal channels of trade and commerce. 

Docket Number: AMS-SC-24-0046
Comments Due: February 14, 2025

Summary

This proposed rule would implement a recommendation from the Texas Valley Citrus Committee (Committee) to increase the assessment rate established for the 2024-2025 and subsequent fiscal periods from $0.03 to $0.04 per 7/10-bushel carton or equivalent of oranges and grapefruit grown in Texas. The proposed assessment rate would remain in effect indefinitely unless modified, suspended, or terminated.

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Program Information

Q: What is the Bison Production and Marketing Grant Program?

A: The Bison Production and Marketing Grant Program (BPMGP) is designed to strengthen and enhance the production and marketing of bison and bison products in the United States through business and resource development, and the advancement of innovative solutions or approaches to support the long-term growth of the Bison sector.

Eligibility Information

Q: Who is eligible to apply for the Bison Production and Marketing Grant Program?

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced plans to purchase Dry Edible Beans, Peas, and Lentils for distribution to various food nutrition assistance programs. Purchases will be made under the authority of Section 32.