USDA increases assessment rate for Florida citrus handlers
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The Department of Agriculture is raising the fee that citrus handlers must pay for oranges, grapefruit, tangerines, and pummelos grown in Florida. This is a final rule that changes the existing marketing order used to fund the Citrus Administrative Committee.
Why it matters: This is a routine administrative adjustment used to fund the local committee that manages citrus marketing regulations in Florida. It helps ensure there is enough cash on hand to cover budgeted expenses without depleting reserve funds.
Who it affects
- Citrus handlers in Florida
This information comes from the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service; readers should consult the official Federal Register document before taking action.
Agency: Agriculture Department, Agricultural Marketing Service
Source: Federal Register — read the official document