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Organic Dairy Support: Financial Aid, Data Transparency, and Infrastructure Investment

This legislation aims to stabilize the organic dairy market by introducing new financial assistance programs for farmers, particularly small operations, facing rising feed costs. It mandates the collection and publication of detailed market data, increasing transparency regarding prices and production costs. Furthermore, it allocates funds for investing in regional organic milk processing infrastructure, supporting local supply chains.
Key points
New financial assistance (ELAP extension) for organic dairy farmers covering losses due to increased feed costs (net income drop over 10%).
Requirement to establish new, dedicated financial safety net programs prioritizing small organic dairy operations.
Investments in regional processing plants and infrastructure to strengthen local organic milk markets.
Mandate for new public surveys and reports on organic milk prices and production costs, enhancing market transparency.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_3097
Sponsor: Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT]
Process start date: 2023-10-19