Business · 06/12/2004Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read

USDA Amends Tobacco Loan Program Rules to Simplify Sales Requirements

Summary

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has removed the requirement for flue-cured and burley tobacco farmers to designate specific sales locations for their tobacco, making it easier for them to access price support under the tobacco price support program.

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