The potato diversion program is being administered by AMS and implemented in the field by the Farm Service Agency. USDA will arrange and pay for transportation of potatoes to charitable institutions. For potatoes diverted to livestock feed, USDA will pay 75 cents per cwt for U.S. No. 2 processing grade. Applications will be accepted beginning May 29 and ending July 28 for livestock feed.
Growers are responsible for transportation and other costs.
All potatoes must meet applicable grade requirements and be inspected and certified by federal-state or USDA inspectors. The potato diversion program is a national program. All potato growers are eligible to apply. The program will run 60 calendar days and acceptance will be based on the number of requests and the availability of funds. For further information and to apply, contact your local FSA county office.