Apricots

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Why Monitoring Apricots Matters

In the dynamic world of agriculture, staying informed is key to maintaining a competitive edge and ensuring compliance with federal regulations. This is especially true for the apricot industry, a niche yet vital segment of the agricultural economy. Whether you're an agribusiness owner, a financial advisor, a food industry analyst, or an agricultural consultant, monitoring federal regulations on apricots can provide invaluable insights.

Key Reasons to Monitor Apricot Regulations

  1. Avoid Regulatory Penalties: Federal regulations can change, impacting everything from labeling to export requirements. Keeping up-to-date helps agribusinesses and producers avoid costly penalties and non-compliance issues.

  2. Ensure Compliance: Whether dealing with pesticide usage or safety standards, ensuring compliance with the latest guidelines is critical. This helps maintain operational integrity and protects from potential fines or legal action.

  3. Respond to Open Comment Periods: Federal agencies often seek public input on proposed regulations. Staying informed allows industry stakeholders to voice their concerns or support, influencing policy decisions.

  4. Strategic Planning for Industry Shifts: Understanding regulatory trends helps forecast industry shifts, allowing businesses to adapt their strategies accordingly. This is crucial for financial advisors and strategic planners aiming to guide clients in future-proofing their operations.

Recent Trends and Regulatory Impacts

The agricultural landscape is continually shifting due to factors like climate change, international trade agreements, and technological advancements. Here's how these factors impact the apricot industry:

  • Environmental Regulations: New policies regulating water usage or chemical applications can directly affect apricot growers, impacting costs and production methods.

  • Trade Policies: Changes in international trade agreements can open new markets or impose new tariffs, affecting export strategies for apricot exporters.

  • Food Safety and Labeling: Ongoing developments in food safety laws necessitate updated compliance for apricot products, ensuring they meet consumer safety standards.

Who Should Follow Apricot Regulations?

  • Agribusiness Owners: To maintain compliance and maximize market opportunities.
  • Financial Advisors: To provide clients with accurate risk assessments and strategic advice.
  • Food Industry Analysts: To keep abreast of changes that could affect market dynamics and supply chains.
  • Agricultural Consultants: To offer informed guidance that helps clients navigate regulatory landscapes.

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Latest Documents

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This final rule terminates Federal Marketing Order No. 922 (the Order) regulating the handling of apricots grown in designated counties in Washington, and the rules and regulations issued thereunder. This final rule also removes the Order from the Co...
Rule Jun 27, 2023
This proposed rule invites comments on a recommendation from the Washington Apricot Marketing Committee (Committee) to terminate the Federal marketing order regulating the handling of apricots grown in designated counties in Washington (Marketing Ord...
Proposed Rule Oct 19, 2022
This final rule suspends the reporting and assessment requirements prescribed under the marketing order regulating apricots grown in designated counties in Washington (Marketing Order No. 922). In a separate meeting, the State of Washington Apricot M...
Rule Apr 13, 2022
This proposed rule invites comments on a recommendation from the State of Washington Apricot Marketing Committee (Committee) to suspend the reporting and assessment requirements prescribed under the marketing order regulating apricots grown in design...
Proposed Rule Nov 23, 2021
This final rule implements a recommendation from the Washington Apricot Marketing Committee (Committee) to increase the assessment rate established for the 2019-2020 and subsequent fiscal periods. The assessment rate will remain in effect indefinitel...
Rule Jan 07, 2020
This proposed rule would implement a recommendation from the Washington Apricot Marketing Committee (Committee) to increase the assessment rate established for the 2019-2020 and subsequent fiscal periods. The assessment rate would remain in effect in...
Proposed Rule Oct 02, 2019
The Department of Agriculture (USDA) is adopting, as a final rule an interim rule that implemented a recommendation from the Washington Apricot Marketing Committee (Committee) to decrease the assessment rate established for the 2017-2018 and subseque...
Rule Jan 31, 2018
This rule implements a recommendation from the Washington Apricot Marketing Committee (Committee) for a decrease in the assessment rate established for the 2017-2018 and subsequent fiscal periods from $1.40 to $1.00 per ton of apricots handled. The C...
Rule Sep 15, 2017
This rule implements a recommendation from the Washington Apricot Marketing Committee (Committee) to increase the assessment rate established for the 2016-17 and subsequent fiscal periods from $0.75 to $1.40 per ton of Washington apricots handled und...
Rule Oct 27, 2016
This proposed rule would implement a recommendation from the Washington Apricot Marketing Committee (Committee) to increase the assessment rate established for the 2016-17 and subsequent fiscal periods from $0.75 to $1.40 per ton of Washington aprico...
Proposed Rule Aug 23, 2016
The Department of Agriculture is adopting, as a final rule, without change, an interim rule that implemented a recommendation from the Washington Apricot Marketing Committee (Committee) to decrease the assessment rate from $1.50 to $0.75 per ton of W...
Rule Jan 21, 2016
This rule implements a recommendation from the Washington Apricot Marketing Committee (Committee) for a decrease in the assessment rate from $1.50 to $0.75 per ton of Washington apricots handled for the 2015-2016 and subsequent fiscal periods. The Co...
Rule Aug 19, 2015
The Department of Agriculture (USDA) is adopting, as a final rule, without change, an interim rule that suspended the handling regulations and inspection requirements prescribed under the marketing order for apricots grown in designated Counties in W...
Rule Mar 20, 2014
This rule increases the assessment rate established for the Washington Apricot Marketing Committee (Committee) for the 2013-2014 and subsequent fiscal periods from $0.50 to $1.50 per ton of Washington apricots handled. The Committee locally administe...
Rule Oct 23, 2013
This rule suspends the minimum grade, size, quality, maturity, and inspection requirements prescribed under the Washington apricot marketing order (order) for the remainder of the 2013-2014 fiscal period and subsequent fiscal periods. The order regul...
Rule Oct 23, 2013
This proposed rule would increase the assessment rate established for the Washington Apricot Marketing Committee (Committee) for the 2013-2014 and subsequent fiscal periods from $0.50 to $1.50 per ton of Washington apricots handled. The Committee loc...
Proposed Rule Aug 20, 2013
The Department of Agriculture (USDA) is adopting, as a final rule, without change, an interim rule that temporarily suspended the handling regulations and inspection requirements prescribed under the marketing order for apricots grown in designated C...
Rule Apr 25, 2013
The Department of Agriculture (USDA) is adopting, as a final rule, without change, an interim rule that decreased the assessment rate established for the Washington Apricot Marketing Committee (Committee) for the 2012-13 and subsequent fiscal periods...
Rule Apr 11, 2013
This rule suspends the minimum grade, size, quality, maturity, and inspection requirements prescribed under the Washington apricot marketing order for the 2012-13 fiscal period. The marketing order regulates the handling of apricots grown in designat...
Rule Jan 08, 2013
This rule decreases the assessment rate established for the Washington Apricot Marketing Committee (Committee) for the 2012-13 and subsequent fiscal periods from $1.50 to $0.50 per ton of Washington apricots handled. The Committee locally administers...
Rule Dec 06, 2012