Promotion, Research, and Information Order: Natural Grass Sod; Referendum Procedure; Rescission
Summary
This regulation concerns how the natural grass sod industry organizes itself to promote and research their product. The USDA is either establishing or changing the rules for how sod farmers can collectively fund marketing and research efforts, and is allowing the industry to hold a vote on whether to continue or stop this program.
Key Points
- 1The regulation updates rules for how natural grass sod producers can work together on promotion and research initiatives
- 2A referendum (formal vote) will be held so sod industry members can decide whether to keep or end their collective marketing and research program
- 3This affects sod growers and the landscaping industry that uses natural grass products
- 4The public can submit comments on this regulation until July 1, 2025
- 5The previous version of this regulation is being rescinded (cancelled) and replaced with new rules
Key Dates
May 29, 2025
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