trade servicing activities, participation in trade fairs and exhibits, market research and technical assistance. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Applicant Eligibility: To be approved, applicants must be: (1) A nonprofit U.S. agricultural trade organization; (2) a nonprofit State regional trade group; (3) a U.S. agricultural cooperative; (4) a State agency; or (5) a U.S. commercial entity that is a small-sized entity (other than a cooperative or producer association). Beneficiary Eligibility: CCC will enter into MAP agreements only where the eligible agricultural commodity is comprised of at least 50 percent U.S. origin content by weight, exclusive of added water. Credentials/Documentation: Applicants are required to provide a competent, experienced staff and other resources to assure adequate development, supervision, and execution of promotion activities. All applicants must submit a written proposal which provides a brief discussion of the commodity for which assistance is requested; the proposed program with a justification; and a strategic plan. In addition, all applicants must submit a statement certifying that any CCC resources received will supplement, but not supplant, any private or third party funds or other contributions to program activities. This program is excluded from coverage under OMB Circular No. A-87. APPLICATION AND AWARD PROCESS: 298 Preapplication Coordination: None. This program is excluded from coverage
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