![]() ![]() The cost share provides financial assistance for organic certification, and producers and handlers are eligible to receive 75% of the costs, up to $750, for crops, wild crops, livestock, processing/handling and state organic program fees (California only). Organic certification costs have long been identified as a barrier to certification, and this assistance, at its full levels, will help Louisiana organic producers participate in new markets while supporting and growing our local and regional food systems.” “We’ve heard about this program’s value in helping Louisiana organic producers and handlers obtain or renew their certifications under the National Organic Program, and I’m pleased that we’re able to increase and restore the cost share to the statutory limit this year. “We’re taking steps to better support Louisiana organic producers,” said Ronald Guidry, Jr., State Executive Director for FSA in Louisiana. 30, 2023.Īs part of USDA’s broader effort to support organic producers and in response to stakeholder feedback, this year FSA increased the cost share to the maximum amount allowed by statute. ![]() 31, 2023, for expenses incurred from Oct. Louisiana Farm Service Agency (FSA) encourages organic agricultural producers and handlers to apply for OCCSP by Oct. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will cover up to 75% of the costs associated with organic certification, up to $750 per category, through the Organic Certification Cost Share Program (OCCSP). Qualified premiums include: COBRA health insurance, insurance premiums after you reach age 65 (including Medicare Parts A, B, C and D but not Medicare supplement plans), qualified long-term care insurance, health insurance premiums while receiving unemployment compensation under state or federal law and premiums for employer-sponsored retiree medical plans for account holders 65 and older. Household products/improvements to treat allergiesĬounseling must be performed to alleviate or prevent a physical or mental defect or illnessĬertain health insurance premiums are eligible to be paid out of an HSA. Home improvements (e.g., exit ramps, widening doorways) Guide dog/service animal (purchase, care for, training) is eligible for reimbursement.īreast reduction surgery that is medically necessaryĬhildbirth/lamaze classes (related to birth)Ĭhiropractic treatments (e.g., adjustments)Ĭoinsurance amounts (health, dental or vision)Ĭomtrex, DayQuil, NyQuil, Motrin, Theraflu, Vicks, SudafedĬonvalescent home (for medical treatment only)įor repair or reconstruction after accident or surgery or for correction of birth defectĬosmetics, hygiene products and similar itemsĭental procedures, non-cosmetic (e.g., X-rays, fillings, extractions, crowns, implants)ĭiabetic supplies (e.g., insulin, syringe, monitor, insulin pump)ĭigestive relief (e.g.Tums, Pepto-Bismol)Įyeglasses – prescription sunglasses/safety glassesįeminine hygiene products (e.g., tampons)įertility treatments (e.g., artificial insemination, egg donor fees, in vitro)įluoridation treatment at a dental office The difference between the cost of a regular book, audio, etc. Ibuprofen, Advil, Motrin, Midol, Naproxen, Aleve, NaprosynĪsthma treatments (e.g., inhaler, nebulizer) Maalox, Tums, Pepto-Bismol, Pepto Bismol, Alka-seltzer, Prilosec, Pepcid, Omeprazole, Zantac, NexiumĪllegra, Benadryl, NSAIDs, Claritin, Zyrtec, Xyzal, Antihistamines, Alavert, Brompheniramine, Clarinex, Astelin, Optivar, Elestat, Patanol, Flonaseīiofreeze, Vicks vaporub, Bengay, Capzasin, Icyhot, Solarcaine, chest rub Itemized statement from 23andMe must be provided or you can access the FSA calculator to determine the eligible portion of the test: Calculatorīinder, girdle, posture, lumbo-sacral, lumbar
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