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USDA Announces $8.7M in Additional Support for Organic Dairy Producers
Slice of Agriculture Team
January 15, 2025
Key Highlights:
USDA provides an additional $8.7M through ODMAP 2024, bringing total payments to over $31M.
Program supports organic dairy producers with rising input and transportation costs.
Assistance is based on 2023 marketing costs or projected 2024 costs for producers with increased production.
Applications for ODMAP 2024 were accepted from Sept. 30 to Dec. 13, 2023.
Funding aims to sustain organic dairy operations until market stability improves.
Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture
Notable Quote:
“This funding gives organic dairy producers critical support as they continue to weather a combination of challenges outside of their control.”
Why This Matters:
The organic dairy industry faces unique challenges from volatile markets, rising production costs, and unstable feed supplies. By providing over $31 million in financial assistance through ODMAP 2024, USDA is ensuring that certified organic dairy producers remain operational during these difficult times. This program underscores the federal government’s commitment to supporting sustainable agriculture, maintaining market resilience, and safeguarding the livelihoods of organic dairy producers across the country.