Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
Rule Subject: Commercial Nitrogen Optimization Pilot Program
Adm. Code Reference: ATCP 52
DATCP Docket No.: 22-R-03
Rule Summary
This emergency rule implements the commercial nitrogen optimization pilot project program created under s. 92.14 (16), Stats. Under s. 94.14 (16), Stats., the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (department) is authorized to make grants for nitrogen optimization pilot projects conducted in collaboration with a University of Wisconsin System (UWS) institute. Small Businesses Affected
The commercial nitrogen optimization pilot project is voluntary - no significant analysis was required to determine the effect on small businesses.
Reporting, Bookkeeping and other Procedures
The proposed rule contains reporting requirements for grant recipients, some of which may be small businesses, to demonstrate progress towards project goals and overall success of their proposed projects. Beyond that, the proposed rule does not create any new reporting, bookkeeping or other procedures for small businesses.
Professional Skills Required
The proposed rule does not require any new professional skills by small businesses.
Accommodation for Small Business
The proposed rule does not require any accommodations for small business.
Conclusion
This rule will have no adverse effect on small business. Because participation in the program is voluntary, there will be no negative economic impact produced by the proposed rule. The proposed rule will enable the department to provide grants to agricultural producers to voluntarily participate in commercial nitrogen optimization pilot projects. Grant funds should positively impact businesses that provide goods and services used in activities under this rule.
Dated this ______ day of June, 2022.
STATE OF WISCONSIN
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE,
TRADE AND CONSUMER PROTECTION
By __________________________________
Brian Weigel, Administrator
Division of Agricultural Resource Management
