Federal Register #2026-05882

USDA Seeks Public Comment on Organic Certification Cost Share Program Information Collection

This opportunity concerns the United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) request for public comment on its information collection process for the Organic Certification Cost Share Program (OCCSP): - The OCCSP assists organic producers and handlers with costs related to obtaining or renewing certification under the National Organic Program (NOP) - The Farm Service Agency (FSA) is responsible for administering the program, with involvement from FSA county offices and state agencies - No Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or commercial vendors are involved, as this is not a procurement of products or services - The notice seeks feedback on the necessity, utility, and burden of the information collection process - The goal is to improve the quality of information collected and minimize the burden on respondents - No products, part numbers, or quantities are specified, as this is an administrative information collection review

Description

The Department of Agriculture has submitted an information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and clearance under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This notice invites public comments on the necessity, utility, and burden of the information collection related to the Organic Certification Cost Share Program (OCCSP), which provides cost-share assistance to organic producers and handlers obtaining or renewing certification under the National Organic Program. The information collected ensures eligibility and compliance with program regulations to maintain program integrity. Comments on this collection are requested to improve the quality and minimize the burden of the information collection process.

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