The package is approved. The 2028 clearance package should reflect the requested update to the confidentiality pledge to make clear that willful disclosure of identifiable information about a respondent or their farm operations is permitted if the disclosure is made with the express consent of the respondent. It's a minor distinction and is not enough to require USDA to update their current materials, but I would like to see this language when it comes time for a renewal in 2028.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
08/31/2028
08/31/2028
08/31/2028
56,725
0
56,725
11,571
0
11,571
0
0
0
The National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is submitting a substantive change request to revise the currently approved information collection for the Cooperator Funded Chemical Use Surveys (OMB No. 0535-0273). This change pertains to the upcoming 2026 Minnesota Pesticide and Fertilizer Survey.
While the purpose, goals, and overall content theme of the survey remain consistent with the original OMB-approved version, several questionnaire items have been reworded, clarified, or replaced to improve data quality and respondent comprehension. These updates are intended to enhance the accuracy and usability of the reported data without altering the scope or intent of the survey. The sample size and estimated respondent burden remain unchanged from the previous approval. The revised questionnaire will be used for phone enumeration beginning in February 2026, as requested by the client.
US Code:
7 USC 2204
Name of Law: General Duties of Secretary
US Code:
7 USC 2276
Name of Law: Confidentiality of Information
PL:
Pub.L. 115 - 435 302
Name of Law: Confidential Information Protection and Statistical Efficiency
US Code:
7 USC 3601.1
Name of Law: General Statement of Public Information
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.
Non-Responses