USW+22-23.pdf

This document is a Program Agreement between U.S. Wheat Associates, Inc. (USW), a corporation of the District of Columbia, and the North Dakota Wheat Commission (NDWC), an organization representing wheat farmers of North Dakota. The agreement establishes a collaborative partnership focused on promoting and supporting U.S. wheat in domestic and foreign markets through various trade and promotional activities.

For the fiscal year 2023 (July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023), USW has an approved budget of $6,156,000, with NDWC agreeing to provide $1,103,800 through membership and production assessments. USW will invoice NDWC monthly throughout the fiscal year. The contract includes comprehensive insurance requirements, with specific provisions for commercial general liability, automobile liability, and workers' compensation coverage. The agreement outlines detailed terms for insurance policies, including minimum liability limits, endorsement conditions, and stipulations for defending and holding the State of North Dakota harmless from potential claims.