FSMIP provides matching funds on a
competitive basis to assist eligible entities in exploring new
market opportunities for U.S. food and agricultural products and to
encourage research and innovation aimed at improving the efficiency
and performance of the marketing system.
US Code:
7 USC
1621 Name of Law: Agricultural Act of 1946
The adjustment increase in
responses (145) and burden hours (2,385) is attributed to an
increase in respondents. The increased interest is the result of
FSMIP and AMS outreach efforts to inform key groups about the
program. The change listed as "program change" is the result of the
manner in which ROCIS handles the consolidation of ICs. This burden
should be an adjustment.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.