What is Base Quota Level (BQL)?
A1. For flue cured and burley producers, the BQL will be equal to the 2002 effective quota produced on the farm. For tobaccos other than flue-cured and burley, a producer s BQL will be equal to the 2002 basic allotment multiplied by the farm s 3-year average yield for the years 2001, 2002 and 2003.