22 Sep 2025
🌰Imported Walnuts Regulation Changes by USDA
Imported Walnuts; Suspension of Handling Regulations
Summary
This direct final rule stays the regulation governing imports of walnuts in order to align it with regulations prescribed under the Federal marketing order regulating the handling of walnuts grown in California. This action is required under the Agricultural Marketing Agreement Act of 1937, as amended.
Agencies
- Agriculture Department
- Agricultural Marketing Service
Business Impact
$ - Low
The rule impacts walnut importers by indefinitely staying the import regulations aligned with domestic walnut handling regulations, which may alleviate compliance burdens for businesses. The economic impact is considered low as the action will not impose additional costs on importers.