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USDA/AMS RIN: 0581-AD32 Publication ID: Fall 2013 
Title: ●Natonal Organic Program, Crops and Processing Regulations, (Biodegradable Biobased Mulch Film), NOP-13-0028 
Abstract: This action is in response to, and consistent with, recommendations submitted to the Secretary by the National Organic Standards Board (NOSB). This action is necessary to amend the National List of Allowed and Prohibited Substances for the following reasons: (1) Adding biodegradable biobased mulch film provides an opportunity for crop producers to reduce landfilling of traditional plastic mulches; and (2) adding nonorganic curry leaves and fruit broadens the options for ingredients allowed for use in organic processed products. The removal of the expired listings for hops and unmodified rice starch has no new regulatory effect since the allowances for these substances have previously expired. 
Agency: Department of Agriculture(USDA)  Priority: Routine and Frequent 
RIN Status: First time published in the Unified Agenda Agenda Stage of Rulemaking: Final Rule Stage 
Major: No  Unfunded Mandates: No 
CFR Citation: 7 CFR 205   
Legal Authority: 7 USC 6501   
Legal Deadline:  None
Timetable:
Action Date FR Cite
NPRM  08/22/2013  78 FR 52100   
NPRM Comment Period End  10/21/2013 
Final Action  06/00/2014 
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis Required: No  Government Levels Affected: Local, State, Tribal 
Small Entities Affected: No  Federalism: No 
Included in the Regulatory Plan: No 
RIN Data Printed in the FR: No 
Agency Contact:
Melissa Bailey
Deputy Administrator, Fair Trade Practices Program
Department of Agriculture
Agricultural Marketing Service
1400 Independence Avenue SW,
Washington, DC 20250-0237
Phone:202 720-0219
Email: melissa.bailey@usda.gov