On and after October 1, 2022, the assessment rate imposed on handlers shall be $0.0075 per pound of tart cherries grown in the production area and utilized in the production of tart cherry products. Included in this rate is $0.0055 per pound of tart cherries to cover the cost of the research and promotion program and $0.002 per pound of tart cherries to cover administrative expenses.

[88 FR 39119, June 15, 2023]

The percentages for tart cherries handled by handlers during the crop year beginning on July 1, 2023, which shall be free and restricted, respectively, are designated as follows: Free percentage, 94 percent and restricted percentage, 6 percent.

[89 FR 65520, Aug. 12, 2024]