1. (1) The department will open at least one application period in each fiscal biennium if funding is available. The application instructions shall describe the required form and content of rebate applications and a deadline for submitting applications, as well as any restrictions or limitations on how the rebate funding may be spent. The department shall publish the application instructions and application form on its website. The department may also issue a press release announcing the application period to news media likely to give notice to the public.

2. (2) The department shall accept applications until the application deadline. If applications exceed available funding, applications may be evaluated on the following criteria:

   1. (a) The timing of the application.
   2. (b) Whether cover crops have been planted previously.
   3. (c) Whether the acres have received a rebate previously.
   4. (d) The number of acres for which a rebate was requested.
3. (3) An applicant may apply for a rebate for eligible acres as defined under s. ATCP 52.18 (1).
4. (4) The department shall evaluate completed applications to determine which applicants will receive rebates.
5. (5) Awarded applications will be forwarded to the USDA risk management agency for processing.

History

History: CR 25-057: cr. Register March 2026 No. 843, eff. 4-1-26; correction in (1) made under s. 35.17, Stats., Register March 2026 No. 843.