Inspection Grading and Standardization
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Funded Projects
Examples of what this program has supported.
USDA guarantees the quality of American food and adds value to American products.
Program Objective
To develop and apply standards of quality and condition for agricultural commodities; to participate and assist in the development of international agricultural standards; and to conduct quarterly inspections of egg handlers and hatcheries.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- Other
How to Apply
Award Procedure
Eligible hatcheries and shell egg handlers must complete registration forms.
Program details & compliance
Description
AMS provides grading and inspection services on various commodities, develops and applies standards of quality and condition for agricultural commodities, and assists in the development of international agricultural standards. Consumers, as well as those involved in the marketing of agricultural products, benefit from these services.
Mission Categories
Primary: Marketing Opportunities
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
Provide inspection, grading, and standardization for a list of commodities as specified on the AMS website: https://www.ams.usda.gov/services/grading/request-service
Restrictions
Funding can only be used for inspection, grading, and standardization.
Reporting & Compliance
Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts
- Subpart B — General Provisions
- Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart E — Cost Principles
- Subpart F — Audit Requirements