AMSFinal Rule
Increased Assessment Rate: Irish Potatoes Grown in Certain Designated Counties in Idaho, and Malheur County, OR
Agriculture
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Summary
This regulation increases the fees that potato farmers in certain Idaho counties and Malheur County, Oregon must pay to support their industry's marketing and research programs. The higher assessment rates help fund activities that promote potato sales and improve farming practices in these regions.
Key Points
- 1Potato farmers in designated Idaho counties and Malheur County, Oregon will pay increased fees on their potato crops
- 2The additional money collected goes toward marketing, research, and promotion programs for the potato industry
- 3This affects commercial potato growers in these specific regions, not consumers buying potatoes at stores
- 4The regulation was developed by the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), a USDA agency
- 5Farmers in these areas are required to contribute to these industry-wide programs as a condition of growing potatoes commercially
Impact Assessment
If you are a potato farmer in designated Idaho counties or Malheur County, Oregon, this means you will pay higher assessment fees to support industry marketing and research programs.
Impact Level
Moderate
Geographic Scope
State-specific
Compliance Cost
Moderate
Who is Affected
FarmersSmall Businesses
Key Dates
Published
September 22, 2025
Regulatory Connections
Other Documents in This Rulemaking (AMS_FRDOC_0001)
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This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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