AMSFinal Rule

Tobacco Grading and Inspections Services: Tobacco Price Support Provisions

Agriculture

Summary

This regulation updates how the federal government grades, inspects, and supports prices for tobacco products grown in the United States. The changes help ensure tobacco farmers receive fair prices for their crops while maintaining consistent quality standards across the industry.

Key Points

  • 1The U.S. Department of Agriculture updates its tobacco grading and inspection procedures to maintain consistent quality standards
  • 2Price support programs help tobacco farmers by guaranteeing minimum prices for their harvested crops
  • 3These regulations primarily affect tobacco growers, agricultural processors, and buyers who purchase tobacco for commercial use
  • 4The changes took effect on June 3, 2025, and apply to new tobacco inspections and price support calculations going forward
  • 5Farmers and tobacco companies must follow the updated grading standards when selling their products through official USDA channels

Key Dates

Published

June 3, 2025

This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.

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