Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act
To prevent the destruction or dumping, without good and sufficient cause of farm produce received in interstate commerce by commission merchants and others and
Established in 1862, the Department of Agriculture serves all Americans through anti-hunger efforts, stewardship of nearly 200 million acres of national forest and rangelands, and through product safety and conservation efforts. The USDA opens markets for American farmers and ranchers and provides food for needy people around the world.
Program Accomplishments
None.
Uses and Use Restrictions
Assistance provided to assure a fair and open marketing distribution system for agricultural products.
No specific restrictions.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicant Eligibility
Business and industry or individuals may apply for a PACA license.
Beneficiary Eligibility
Business and industry or individuals may apply for a PACA license.
Credentials/Documentation
As provided for in the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act, 1930 as amended, 7 U.S.C. 499a-4995; Produce Agency Act, 7 U.S.C. 491-497.
Aplication and Award Process
Preapplication Coordination
None.
This program is excluded from coverage under E.O.
12372.
Application Procedures
Contact appropriate area offices listed in Appendix IV of the Catalog.
Award Procedures
None.
Deadlines
None.
Authorization
Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act of 1930, as amended, 7 U.S.C. 499a-4995; Produce Agency Act, 7 U.S.C. 491-497.
Range of Approval/Disapproval Time
Not applicable.
Appeals
As provided for in applicable Acts.
Renewals
As provided for in applicable Acts.
Assistance Considerations
Formula and Matching Requirements
Not applicable.
Length and Time Phasing of Assistance
Not applicable.
Post Assistance Requirements
Reports
As provided for in applicable Acts.
Audits
As provided for in applicable Acts.
Records
As provided for in applicable Acts.
Financial Information
Account Identification
12-5070-0-2-352.
Obigations
(Investigation of Complaints) FY 07 $10,557,000; FY 08 est $10,052,000; and FY 09 est not reported.
Range and Average of Financial Assistance
None.
Regulations, Guidelines, and Literature
Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act of 1930, and Regulations (other than rules of practice).
Information Contacts
Regional or Local Office
Regional and local offices listed in Appendix IV of the Catalog.
Headquarters Office
Associate Administrator, Agricultural Marketing Service.
Criteria for Selecting Proposals
None.
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