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Certified organic product

An agricultural product that meets specific government standards for organic production, often verified by a third-party certifier.

Eligible entity

A U.S.-based business, cooperative, or Tribal government involved in producing or handling certified organic products, or transitioning to organic certification, that can apply for grants under this program.

Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946

A federal law that gives the Secretary of Agriculture authority to conduct marketing research, provide services, and regulate agricultural products.

Indian Tribe

Any Indian or Alaska Native tribe, band, nation, pueblo, village or community that is recognized by the federal government as eligible for the special programs and services provided by the United States to Indians because of their status as Indians.

Non-Federal share

The portion of a project's cost that must be covered by the grant recipient, rather than through federal grant funds, often through their own money or other non-federal sources.

Secretary

Refers to the Secretary of Agriculture, who oversees the U.S. Department of Agriculture.