Nebraska Administrative Code Topic - BEEF INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT BOARD
The Nebraska Administrative Code topic for the Beef Industry Development Board contains the regulations that guide the governance, funding, and operational procedures of this board, which plays a key role in promoting Nebraska’s beef industry.
Here is an overview:
Nebraska Administrative Code
Topic: Beef Industry Development Board
Title: 135 – Beef Industry Development Board
Agency: Nebraska Beef Industry Development Board
Primary Functions:
Manage Beef Checkoff Funds: Oversee collection and distribution of checkoff assessments in accordance with federal and state law.
Promotion and Marketing: Fund beef promotion, research, and consumer information programs.
Accountability: Ensure compliance with the Nebraska Beef Industry Development Act and USDA requirements.
Key Chapters (from Title 135):
Chapter 1 – General Provisions
Defines terms, outlines board duties, and general compliance measures.
Chapter 2 – Assessment Procedures
Details the collection of the beef checkoff fee (currently $1 per head), remittance procedures, due dates, and penalties for late payment.
Chapter 3 – Refund Requests
Explains procedures for producers to request refunds from checkoff funds, including timelines and documentation required.
Chapter 4 – Contracts and Agreements
Provides rules for entering into funding agreements with organizations or individuals conducting beef promotion and research activities.
Chapter 5 – Reporting and Auditing
Establishes requirements for financial reporting, audits, and public access to records.
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