Trade Association Contracts (ND Wheat Commission Only)

The North Dakota Wheat Commission Trade Association Contract is a state-wide vehicle designed to support comprehensive wheat industry development and advocacy activities. The contract enables the North Dakota Grain Growers Association (NDGGA) to perform critical services including developing domestic farm policy, supporting wheat and durum producers, paying national trade association dues, participating in Commission meetings, obtaining research funding, supporting environmental and conservation initiatives, managing market risks, developing export policies, providing leadership training, and advancing value-added wheat enterprise development.

The multi-year contract spans from July 1, 2018, to June 30, 2026, with annual agreements between the North Dakota Wheat Commission and NDGGA. Each fiscal year, the Commission provides $360,000 in funding, paid in quarterly installments, with potential adjustments based on total revenue collection. The contract covers the entire state of North Dakota and operates as a performance-based agreement, with specific focus on agricultural policy, market development, and producer support. The vehicle is a state-level contract administered through North Dakota's contract management system, specifically designated as Contract Number 501.