Directs the USDA to report on barriers to participation in its programs faced by organic farms.
The bill, titled the "Opening Programs to Organic Farms Act," mandates the Department of Agriculture (USDA) to submit a report to Congress and make it publicly available on its website. The report must assess barriers to participation in USDA programs faced by certified organic farms and those interested in transitioning to organic production. It includes evaluations of program eligibility, payment rates, application forms, recordkeeping, and organic literacy among USDA staff. The report also assesses the need for organic-specific training and technical assistance for USDA field staff.
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