Stay Ahead with Real-Time Monitoring of Raisin Regulations
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Monitoring governmental regulations on agricultural commodities such as raisins is crucial for a variety of stakeholders, including farmers, importers, policy analysts, and agribusiness leaders. Given the dynamic nature of agricultural import/export rules, subsidy programs, and industry standards, staying informed about real-time updates from the Federal Register can impact decision-making and operational efficiencies.
Why Raisins Matter in the Federal Context
Raisins, as an essential agricultural product, are influential in various markets from local to international. They are subject to myriad regulatory frameworks designed to ensure fair trade, quality standards, and food safety. Monitoring these regulations is not just a compliance issue but also a competitive necessity.
Key Reasons to Monitor Raisin Regulations
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Seize Funding Opportunities: Various government programs offer subsidies or financial support to raisin producers. Staying informed about these opportunities helps producers and agribusiness owners maximize their financial benefits.
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Respond to Open Comment Periods: Regulatory changes often come with open comment periods. This is the time when businesses and individuals can provide feedback or express concerns. Participation can lead to favorable outcomes in how regulations are drafted or enforced.
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Plan Strategically for Industry Shifts: Regulatory updates can signal shifts in the industry, from international trade agreements impacting raisin exports to changes in health guidelines affecting labeling and marketing.
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Mitigate Risks from Rule Changes: Immediate knowledge of rule changes allows businesses to adapt swiftly, ensuring compliance and avoiding significant penalties or disruptions.
Recent Trends and Regulatory Impacts
Recent trends indicate a growing emphasis on sustainable agriculture and food safety, reflected in the regulatory landscape. New rules may focus on pesticide usage, organic certification processes, or trade tariffs impacting international markets. For example, changes in regulations regarding organic labeling or new import tariffs on raisins from certain countries can significantly impact pricing and market competitiveness.
Industries and Interest Groups Affected
- Farmers: Need to comply with federal regulations and seize subsidy opportunities.
- Importers/Exporters: Must stay aware of international trade agreements and tariffs.
- Food Safety Consultants: Require up-to-date information on food safety regulations.
- Policy Analysts: Benefit from understanding regulatory developments to advise stakeholders accurately.
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This recommended decision proposes to amend Marketing Order No. 989 (Order), which regulates the handling of raisins produced from grapes grown in California. The Raisin Administrative Committee, which locally administers the Order, recommended amend...
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Proposed Rule | Sep 13, 2024 |
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This final rule adopts, without change, an interim final rule that temporarily changes the substandard and maturity dockage requirements for raisins covered under the Federal marketing order for raisins produced from grapes grown in California (Order...
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Rule | Jul 24, 2024 |
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This final rule implements a recommendation from the Raisin Administrative Committee (Committee) to increase the assessment rate established for the 2023-2024 and subsequent crop years. The assessment rate will remain in effect indefinitely unless mo...
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Rule | Apr 08, 2024 |
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This final rule adopts, without change, an interim final rule implementing a recommendation from the Raisin Administrative Committee (Committee) to temporarily suspend the continuance referendum requirement under the Federal marketing order for Calif...
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Rule | Jan 23, 2024 |
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Notice is hereby given of a public hearing to receive evidence on proposals recommended by the Raisin Administrative Committee (Committee) to amend Federal Marketing Order No. 989 (Order). The proposed amendments would reduce Committee membership, el...
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Proposed Rule | Jan 12, 2024 |
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This rule temporarily changes the substandard and maturity dockage requirements for raisins covered under the Federal marketing order for raisins produced from grapes grown in California (Order). For the 2023-2024 crop year, the minimum requirements...
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Rule | Dec 11, 2023 |
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The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) proposes to implement a recommendation from the Raisin Administrative Committee (Committee) to increase the assessment rate established for the 2023-2024 and subsequent crop years. The proposed assessment rate...
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Proposed Rule | Nov 16, 2023 |
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This rule temporarily suspends the continuance referendum requirement under the Federal marketing order for California raisins. The continuance referendum scheduled between November 2023 and November 2025 overlaps with the timeframe the Agricultural...
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Rule | Oct 16, 2023 |
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This rule amends Marketing Order 989 (referred to as the "Order"), which regulates the handling of raisins produced from grapes grown in California. This action reinserts Order language that authorizes the Raisin Administrative Committee (RAC) to bor...
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Rule | May 14, 2021 |
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This final rule changes the reporting requirements for certain Irish potatoes, tomatoes, and onions regulated under section 608e of the Agricultural Marketing Agreement Act of 1937, as amended (section 8e). With this change, importers of those regula...
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Rule | Mar 06, 2020 |
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This amendment implements corrections to typographical and miscellaneous errors in Marketing Order 989, as amended, regulating the handling of raisins produced from grapes grown in California. These changes include removing one duplicate use of the w...
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Rule | Jun 28, 2019 |
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This rule implements a recommendation from the Raisin Administrative Committee (Committee) to increase the assessment rate established for the 2018-19 and subsequent crop years. The assessment rate will remain in effect indefinitely unless modified,...
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Rule | Feb 06, 2019 |
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This final rule amends Marketing Order No. 989 (Order), which regulates the handling of raisins produced from grapes grown in California. Five amendments were proposed by the Raisin Administrative Committee (RAC) and three were proposed by the Agricu...
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Rule | Oct 26, 2018 |
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This proposed rule would implement a recommendation from the Raisin Administrative Committee (Committee) to increase the assessment rate established for the 2018-19 and subsequent crop years. The assessment rate would remain in effect indefinitely un...
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Proposed Rule | Oct 23, 2018 |
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This decision proposes amendments to Marketing Order No. 989 (order), which regulates the handling of raisins produced from grapes grown in California and provides producers with the opportunity to vote in a referendum to determine if they favor the...
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Proposed Rule | Sep 29, 2017 |
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This recommended decision proposes amendments to Marketing Order No. 989 (order), which regulates the handling of raisins grown in California. Five amendments are proposed by the Raisin Administrative Committee (RAC or Committee), which is responsibl...
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Proposed Rule | May 31, 2017 |
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The Department of Agriculture (USDA) is adopting, as a final rule, without change, an interim rule that updated reporting and notification requirements associated with, and made clarifying changes to, the fruit, vegetable, and specialty crop import r...
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Rule | May 25, 2017 |
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This proposed rule would change the reporting requirements for certain Irish potatoes, tomatoes, and onions regulated under Sec. 608(e) of the Agricultural Marketing Agreement Act of 1937 (section 8e of the Act) by requiring importers of those regula...
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Proposed Rule | Dec 06, 2016 |
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This rule updates reporting and notification requirements associated with, and makes clarifying changes to, the fruit, vegetable, and specialty crop import regulations for certain commodities regulated under section 608(e) (hereinafter referred to as...
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Rule | Dec 05, 2016 |
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This rule removes language from the California raisin marketing order's minimum grade standards and the import regulations' grade and size requirements. The marketing order regulates the handling of raisins produced from grapes grown in California, a...
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Rule | Nov 23, 2016 |