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, 2019, which shall be free and restricted, respectively, are designated as follows: Free percentage, 67 percent and restricted percentage, 33 percent.

[85 FR 40873, July 8, 2020]