🌱USDA Authorizes Importation of Fresh Wasabi Rhizomes from Indonesia
We are advising the public of our decision to authorize the importation of fresh rhizomes of wasabi, Eutrema japonicum (Miq.) Koidz. (Brassicaceae), into the United States for consumption from Indonesia. Based on the findings of a pest risk analysis, which we made available to the public for review and comment through a previous notice, we have determined that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds via the importation of fresh rhizomes of wasabi from Indonesia.
Learn More🥛Reauthorization of Dairy Forward Pricing Program Overview
This final rule reauthorizes the Dairy Forward Pricing Program (DFPP) in accordance with the American Relief Act, 2025 (Relief Act). Establishing new contracts under the DFPP was prohibited between the expiration of the program on September 30, 2024, and publication of this final rule. The Relief Act reauthorizes the DFPP program to allow handlers to enter into new contracts until September 30, 2025. Any forward contract entered prior to the September 30, 2025, deadline is subject to a September 30, 2028, expiration date.
Learn More🏞️Sabine Resource Advisory Committee Meeting on Funding Recommendations
The Sabine Resource Advisory Committee (RAC) will hold a public meeting according to the details shown below. The committee is authorized under the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self- Determination Act (the Act) and operates in compliance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act. The purpose of the committee is to improve collaborative relationships and to provide advice and recommendations to the Forest Service concerning projects and funding consistent with Title II of the Act, as well as make recommendations on recreation fee proposals for sites on the Sabine National Forest within Sabine and Shelby County, consistent with the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act.
Learn More🐎Removal of Horse Inspection Regulations by USDA
FSIS is amending the Federal meat inspection regulations to remove the regulation that established a voluntary fee-for-service program for ante-mortem inspection of horses. The U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia vacated the voluntary fee-for-service program on March 28, 2007. FSIS is removing the regulation to ensure the Agency's regulations accurately reflect current requirements.
Learn More🌿USDA's Revisions to Grazing Advisory Boards Regulations
The United States Department of Agriculture, Forest Service (Forest Service or Agency) is making purely technical, clarifying revisions to its existing regulations governing the establishment and maintenance of grazing advisory boards on National Forest System lands (NFS). The revisions remove the provisions for grazing advisory boards to ensure consistency of the existing regulations with governing statutes.
Learn More📋USDA Information Collection Notice for Hunger Assistance Programs
The Department of Agriculture announces an information collection for the USDA National Hunger Clearinghouse Database to facilitate communication among organizations assisting low-income communities. Comments are invited for the proposal under the Paperwork Reduction Act, focusing on enhancing the utility and clarity of the information gathered while publicly reporting on food assistance resources.
Learn More🌿EPA's Interim Registration Decision for Dicrotophos - Impacts on Business
This notice announces the availability of EPA's interim registration review decision for dicrotophos.
Learn More🌾USDA Seeks Public Input on Agricultural Data Collection Improvements
The Department of Agriculture announces a request for public comments on information collection aimed at enhancing the quality of survey data. The Economic Research Service seeks to improve its methodologies, technology, and respondent recruitment protocols, ensuring that the surveys are effective and minimize respondent burden while meeting data standards for agriculture and rural America.
Learn More🌾Department of Agriculture's Information Collection Notice Overview
The Department of Agriculture announces an information collection request for the National Agricultural Statistics Service focused on stock reports for crops and livestock. It aims to evaluate the necessity, accuracy, and methods of data collection impacting farmers and agricultural businesses, ensuring timely market insights and compliance with regulatory standards.
Learn More🐄Survey of Livestock Producer Perspectives on Predator Management
The Department of Agriculture seeks comments on an information collection involving livestock producers’ perceptions regarding predators and damage management methods. This survey aims to gather data that will inform policy and management strategies in wildlife damage control, with a focus on nonlethal initiatives and their effectiveness.
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