🐄New Import Regulations to Combat Foot-and-Mouth Disease
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
Summary
The Department of Agriculture has proposed a certification requirement for importing farm equipment to prevent the spread of foot-and-mouth disease. Exporters must provide proof of proper cleaning prior to export, affecting compliance processes and restrictions for impacted businesses. Comments on the information collection request are open until March 2025.
Agencies
- Agriculture Department
Business Impact
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The notice outlines a requirement for exporters of farm equipment to provide certification that their equipment has been adequately cleaned to prevent the spread of foot-and-mouth disease. This affects compliance and regulatory requirements for businesses involved in importing farm equipment, potentially impacting their operations and finances if they cannot meet these standards.