The Organic Dairy Data Collection Act directs the U.S. Department of Agriculture to establish better data collection systems for organic milk production, addressing a gap in current agricultural statistics. The bill requires the USDA to create an "Organic All Milk Prices Survey" within 90 days that tracks what organic dairy farmers are paid for their milk on a monthly basis at both national and regional levels, modeled on the existing survey for conventional milk. Within 180 days, the USDA must also publish regular reports on organic milk that include cost-of-production data by state, regional production quantities, prices farmers receive, and prices for organic animal feed such as corn and soybeans. This legislation affects organic dairy farmers and producers, as well as anyone who tracks or relies on accurate agricultural market data. The bill does not specify dedicated funding amounts, leaving budget details to be determined through the appropriations process.
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