Pilot Program to Protect Farmers from Low Prices Caused by Imports.
This law establishes a temporary pilot program to financially support U.S. farmers growing specific perishable crops like blueberries, asparagus, and squash. If market prices for these crops drop significantly below historical averages due to increased imports, eligible farmers will receive recovery payments. This aims to stabilize the domestic supply of fresh produce, potentially ensuring better availability for consumers.
Key points
Farmers of specific seasonal crops (asparagus, bell peppers, blueberries, cucumbers, squash) can receive payments if their market prices fall due to foreign imports.
The program is temporary (5 years) and requires farmers to meet income limits and derive at least 75% of their income from farming.
$200 million is authorized annually to fund these payments, helping to secure the domestic production of fresh, seasonal foods.
Status:
Expired
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