Agriculture Department
145 Federal Register documents from Agriculture Department, last 60 days.
Pecans Grown in the States of Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Carolina, and Texas; Changes to Membership and Handling Requirements
This proposed rule would implement recommendations from the American Pecan Council (Council) to eliminate regional and size designations for sheller members, modify the nomination process for sheller members, adjust the requirements of the inter-handler transfer report form, and establish a late fee and interest ...
Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc.: Availability of a Petition for a Determination of Nonregulated Status and Draft Plant Pest Risk Assessment for Insect Resistant COR-ØØ121-4 Maize (Zea mays)
We are advising the public that the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service has received a petition from Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc. seeking a determination of nonregulated status for COR-[Oslash][Oslash]121-4 maize (corn), which has been developed using genetic engineering to express the IPD083Cb protein ...
Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program-Limited Party Concessions
Rural Housing Service (RHS or the Agency), a Rural Development (RD) agency of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), amends the Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program (SFHGLP) regulation to clarify real estate commission fees are not included in the limit on interested party concessions.
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC): Online Ordering and Transactions and Food Delivery Revisions To Meet the Needs of a Modern, Data-Driven Program
This final rule considers public comments submitted in response to the proposed rule to remove barriers to online ordering and internet-based transactions in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) published on February 23, 2023. USDA FNA is issuing this regulatory action to ...
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Correction
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
Oranges, Grapefruit, Tangerines, and Pummelos Grown in Florida; Continuance Referendum; Extension of Voting Period
This document extends the voting period for the referendum being conducted among eligible Florida citrus producers to determine whether they favor continuance of the marketing order regulating the handling of oranges, grapefruit, tangerines, and pummelos produced in Florida. The voting period was originally set to ...
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
Assessment Exemption for Organic Commodities Under Federal Marketing Orders; Notice of Request for Extension of a Currently Approved Information Collection
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the Agricultural Marketing Service's (AMS) intention to request an extension for a currently used information collection used by marketers to apply for exemption from market promotion assessments under Federal marketing order programs.
Notice of Request for Approval of an Existing Collection for Borlaug Fellowship Program OMB Control Number 0551-0052
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the intention of the Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) to request approval for an existing collection in use without an OMB control number for the Borlaug Fellowship Program.
Notice of Request for an Extension of a Currently Approved Information Collection
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the intention of the Foreign Agricultural Service to request an extension from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) of a currently approved information collection for the Quality Samples Program.
Notice of Request for an Extension of a Currently Approved Information Collection
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the intention of the Foreign Agricultural Service to request an extension from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) of a currently approved information collection for the Emerging Markets Program.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: State of Virginia SNAP Demonstration Project
On September 15, 2026, the Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) posted Federal Register Number 2026-18880, which invited public comment on the State of Virginia's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) demonstration project authorized under section 17(b) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008. The comment ...
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: State of Montana SNAP Demonstration Project
On September 15, 2026, the Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) posted Federal Register Number 2026-18892, which invited public comment on the State of Montana's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) demonstration project authorized under section 17(b) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008. The comment ...
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: State of North Dakota SNAP Demonstration Project
On September 15, 2026, the Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) posted Federal Register Number 2026-18879, which invited public comment on the State of North Dakota's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) demonstration project authorized under section 17(b) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008. The ...
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: State of South Carolina SNAP Demonstration Project
On September 15, 2026, the Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) posted Federal Register Number 2026-18896, which invited public comment on the State of South Carolina's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) demonstration project authorized under section 17(b) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008. The ...
Notice of Request for Revision to and Extension of Approval of an Information Collection; Operations and Reporting System
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service's intention to request a revision to and extension of approval of an information collection associated with the operations and reporting system for cooperative wildlife damage management ...
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Administrative Site Leases
The United States Department of Agriculture (Department), Forest Service (Forest Service or Agency), this final rule will exempt administrative site leases from the regulations for special uses. The purpose of this deregulatory action is to better align Forest Service leasing activities with how leases are commonly ...
Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request-The FNA User Access Request Form FNA-674
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice invites the general public and other public agencies to comment on the proposed information collection. This is a revision of a currently approved collection. The purpose of this information collection request is to continue the use of the electronic ...
Notice of Request for Approval of a Revision of a Currently Approved Information Collection Request
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35), this notice announces the intention of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to request approval for a revision of a currently approved information collection request for the Agricultural Foreign Investment Disclosure Act of ...
Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program-Income Producing Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Provisions
The Rural Housing Service (RHS or the Agency), a Rural Development (RD) agency of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is amending the Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program (SFHGLP) regulation to permit the financing of single family homes with income producing Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) ...
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
Information Collection Request; Transfer of Farm Records Between Counties
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Farm Service Agency (FSA) is requesting comments from all interested individuals and organizations on the revision of the following currently approved information collection request: Transfer of Records between Counties (0560-0253).
Solicitation Request for Applications for Memberships to the National Agricultural Research, Extension, Education, and Economics (NAREEE) Advisory Board and Citrus Disease Subcommittee (CDS)
In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announces the opening of the solicitation for applications to fill vacancies on the National Agricultural Research, Extension, Education, and Economics (NAREEE) Advisory Board and the Citrus Disease Subcommittee (CDS) for ...
Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Strengthening Processing for US Ranchers (SPUR) Guaranteed Loan Program for Fiscal Year 2027 and Guarantee Fee Rates/Loan Guarantee Percentage and Fee for Issuance of Loan Note Guarantee Prior to Construction Completion
The Rural Business-Cooperative Service (RBCS or Agency), an agency of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development mission area (RD) announces the acceptance of guaranteed loan applications under the Strengthening Processing for US Ranchers (SPUR) Guaranteed Loan Program. This notice provides ...
Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska-2026-27 and 2027-28 Subsistence Taking of Wildlife Regulations
This final rule revises regulations for hunting and trapping seasons, harvest limits, and methods and means related to taking of wildlife for subsistence uses during the 2026-27 and 2027-28 regulatory years. The Federal Subsistence Board (hereafter referred to as "the Board") is on a schedule of completing the process ...
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Chronic Wasting Disease Herd Certification Program Standards
We are advising the public that we are making available for review and comment a revised version of the Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) Herd Certification Program Standards. The CWD Program Standards provide guidance on how to meet CWD Herd Certification Program and interstate movement requirements. We are taking this ...
Civil Monetary Penalties Inflation Adjustments for 2026
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is issuing this notice to announce that civil monetary penalty (CMP) amounts assessed or enforced will not increase for calendar year 2026. USDA is generally required by statute to amend its regulations annually to adjust for inflation the civil monetary penalties ...
Notice of Intent To Renew a Previously Approved Information Collection
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) regulations, this notice announces the National Institute of Food and Agriculture's (NIFA) intention to renew a previously approved information collection entitled Children, Youth, and Families at Risk (CYFAR) Year End ...
National Organic Standards Board Call for Applications and Nominations
Through this notice, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is announcing its call for applications and nominations to fill three vacancies on the National Organic Standards Board (Board): one individual who owns or operates an organic farming operation or employee of such individual; one individual who represents ...
Exempt Plant Definition Request for Information
The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is seeking input from the public, including dairy industry stakeholders, on market conditions related to monthly route sales limits within the exempt plant definition in its regulations. AMS is requesting input on whether and how marketing conditions have changed since the ...
Federal Seed Act Labeling and Enforcement; Notice of Request for Extension and Revision of a Currently Approved Information Collection
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the Agricultural Marketing Service's (AMS) intention to request approval, from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), for an extension of and revision to the currently approved information collection of the Federal Seed Act Labeling and ...
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: Electronic Benefits Transfer Card Security Measures
The Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA or the Agency), an agency of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA or the Department), is issuing a rule proposing changes to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, the Program) regulations to modernize Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) technology and align EBT ...
Tribal Advisory Committee; Notice of Solicitation for Nominations
Through this notice, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is soliciting nominations for eight (8) vacancies on the USDA Tribal Advisory Committee ("the Committee").
Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest; Washington; Amendments to the Okanogan and Wenatchee National Forest Land Management Plans
The Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, is amending the 1989 Okanogan National Forest Land Management Plan and 1990 Wenatchee National Forest Land Management Plan (forest plans). The Forest Service has prepared a Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) for the Planning and Management of Domestic Sheep ...
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
Minimum Maturation Temperature for Beef and Ovine Meat From Regions Affected With Foot-and-Mouth Disease
We are proposing to amend the regulations regarding the minimum maturation temperature for fresh (chilled or frozen) boneless beef and ovine meat from certain listed regions or countries affected with foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) from 4 [deg]C to 2 [deg]C. All other existing mitigations for the importation of beef ...
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Notice of Availability of a Pest Risk Analysis for the Importation of Fresh Passion Fruit From Viet Nam Into the United States
We are advising the public that we have prepared a pest risk analysis that evaluates the risks associated with the importation of fresh passion fruit (Passiflora edulis) for consumption from Viet Nam into the United States. Based on the analysis, we have determined that the application of one or more designated ...
Request for Extension of an Information Collection-Local Food Directories and Survey
This notice announces the Agricultural Marketing Service's (AMS) intention to request approval from the Office of Management and Budget, for extension of a currently approved collection, Local Food Directories and Survey, from the Office of Management and Budget 0581- 0169. Under the Agricultural Marketing Act of ...
Proposed Recreation Fee Sites
The Eldorado National Forest is proposing to establish several recreation fee sites and a special recreation permit. Proposed recreation fees collected at the proposed recreation fee sites and for the proposed special recreation permit would be used for operation, maintenance, and improvement of the sites and the ...
Proposed Recreation Fee Site
The Tahoe National Forest proposes to establish a new recreation fee site. Proposed recreation fees collected at the proposed recreation fee site would be used for operation, maintenance, and improvement of the site. An analysis of nearby recreation fee sites with similar amenities shows that the proposed recreation ...
Proposed Recreation Fee Sites
The National Forests in North Carolina are proposing to establish two recreation fee sites. Proposed recreation fees collected at the proposed recreation fee sites would be used for operation, maintenance, and improvement of the sites. An analysis of nearby recreation fee sites with similar amenities shows that the ...
Proposed Recreation Fee Sites
The Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit proposes to establish several recreation fee sites. Proposed recreation fees collected at the proposed recreation fee sites would be used for operation, maintenance, and improvement of the sites. An analysis of nearby recreation fee sites with similar amenities shows that the ...
Proposed Recreation Fee Sites
The Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests are proposing to establish several recreation fee sites. Proposed recreation fees collected at the proposed recreation fee sites would be used for operation, maintenance, and improvement of the sites. An analysis of nearby recreation fee sites with similar amenities shows that ...
Proposed Recreation Fee Sites
The Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest is proposing to establish several recreation fee sites. Proposed recreation fees collected at the proposed recreation fee sites would be used for operation, maintenance, and improvement of the sites. An analysis of nearby recreation fee sites with similar amenities shows that ...
Notice of Availability of a Pest Risk Analysis for the Interstate Movement of Fresh Leaves and Rhizomes of Wasabi From Hawaii Into the Continental United States
We are advising the public that we have prepared a pest risk analysis that evaluates the risks associated with the interstate movement of fresh leaves and rhizomes of wasabi (Eutrema japonicum) for consumption from Hawaii into the continental United States. The interstate movement of fresh leaves and rhizomes of ...
Notice of Availability of a Final Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact for the Field Release of Bagous nodulosus (Coleoptera: Curculionidae) for Classical Biological Control of Flowering Rush (Butomaceae) in the Continental United States
We are advising the public that we have prepared a final environmental assessment and finding of no significant impact relative to permitting the field release of the insect or weevil, Bagous nodulosus, for the classical biological control of flowering rush (Butomus umbellatus L.) in the continental United States. ...
Notice of Request for Revision to and Extension of Approval of an Information Collection; National Veterinary Services Laboratories; Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy Surveillance Program
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service's intention to request a revision to and extension of approval of an information collection governing its efforts to effectively safeguard the U.S. animal health population against bovine ...
Notice of Request for Extension of Approval of an Information Collection; Brucellosis and Bovine Tuberculosis: Importation of Cattle and Bison
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service's intention to request an extension of approval of an information collection associated with the regulations governing importation of cattle and bison, specifically with regard to classification ...
Notice of Request for Revision to and Extension of Approval of an Information Collection; Blood and Tissue Collection and Recordkeeping at Slaughtering, Rendering, and Approved Livestock Marketing Establishments and Facilities
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service's intention to request a revision to and extension of approval of an information collection associated with the regulations governing approval and maintenance of livestock marketing ...
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
Information Collection Requests; Disaster Assistance-General; Critical Customer Data
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Farm Service Agency (FSA) is requesting comments from all interested individuals and organizations on the revision of the following currently approved information collection requests: Disaster Assistance--General (0560-0170) and Critical Customer Data ...
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Ball Horticultural Company: Determination of Nonregulated Status for Red Flower Petals African Marigold (Tagetes erecta) Event pBALL123-022-BE113 3
We are advising the public of our determination that African marigold (Tagetes erecta) event pBALL123-022-BE113, which was developed using genetic engineering to produce red flower petals, is no longer considered regulated. Our determination is based on our evaluation of information and data submitted by Ball ...
Kootenai National Forest; Montana; Kootenai National Forest Over-Snow Motorized Use Travel Plan; Withdrawal
The Kootenai National Forest is withdrawing its notice of intent to prepare an environmental impact statement (EIS) for the Kootenai National Forest Over-Snow Motorized Use Plan.
Project-Level Predecisional Administrative Review Process
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is issuing a final rule amending its Project-Level Predecisional Administrative Review Process regulations. These regulations establish the process by which the public may file objections seeking administrative review of proposed projects and activities implementing land management ...
Raisins Produced From Grapes Grown in California; Order Amending Marketing Order No. 989
This final rule amends Marketing Order No. 989, which regulates the handling of raisins produced from grapes grown in California. The Department of Agriculture approves and adopts amendments proposed by the Raisin Administrative Committee (Committee) after due consideration of a public hearing record, and after ...
Notice of Decision To Deregulate Chrysanthemum White Rust and the Importation of Chrysanthemum spp. Cuttings, and In Vitro Plantlets, and Synonymous Taxa From Certain Countries Into the Continental United States
We are advising the public of our decision to deregulate Chrysanthemum White Rust and authorize the importation of Chrysanthemum spp. cuttings, in vitro plantlets, and synonymous taxa from certain countries into the continental United States as described in this notice. Based on the findings of the pest risk analyses, ...
Cut Flowers Regulations; Removal of Chrysanthemum White Rust-Related Provisions
We are amending the regulations governing the importation of fresh cut flowers to remove requirements for the importation of specific types of cut flowers from the regulations, and to list them in the U.S. Department of Agriculture database called the Agricultural Commodity Import Requirements instead. We are also ...
Almonds Grown in California; Amendment to the Marketing Order
This rulemaking proposes an amendment to Marketing Order No. 981, which regulates the handling of almonds grown in California. The proposed amendment would establish the authority to borrow funds from a commercial lending institution.
Purchaser Credit on Timber Sale Contracts
The United States Department of Agriculture, Forest Service (Forest Service or Agency) is making purely technical, clarifying amendments to its existing regulations relating to timber purchaser credit in timber sale contracts on National Forest System lands. The authority to use purchaser credit ended in April 1999, ...
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: State of Nebraska SNAP Demonstration Project
This notice invites the public to comment on the State of Nebraska's proposed demonstration project under section 17(b) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008. The Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) will take appropriate action as necessary in response to comments, including authorizing or refusing to authorize ...
Unleashing American Energy and Economic Prosperity; Rural Energy for America Program (REAP)
The Rural Business-Cooperative Service (RBCS or the Agency), an agency of the Rural Development (RD) mission area within the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is issuing a final rule with comment period. Implementation of this action will simplify and streamline requirements and processes in the Rural Energy for ...
Codex Alimentarius Commission: Meeting of the Codex Committee on Food Hygiene
The U.S Codex Office is sponsoring a public meeting on October 29, 2026. The objective of the public meeting is to provide information and receive public comments on agenda items to be discussed at the 56th Session of the Codex Committee on Food Hygiene (CCFH) of the Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC). CCFH56 will be ...
Domestic Sugar Program- FY 2026 Reassignment and FY 2027 Overall Sugar Marketing Allotment, Cane Sugar and Beet Sugar Marketing Allotments and Processor Allocations
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is issuing this notice to: revise fiscal year (FY) 2026 (crop year 2025) State cane sugar allotments and allocations to sugarcane processors; revise FY 2026 allocations to sugar beet processors; and announce the FY 2027 (crop year 2026) overall sugar marketing ...
United States Grain Standards Act Award of Designations
The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is announcing designation awards of the North Dakota Grain Inspection Service, Inc. (North Dakota); Omaha Grain Inspection Service (Omaha); Fremont Grain Inspection Department, Inc. (Fremont); Champaign-Danville Grain Inspection Departments, Inc. (Champaign); Maryland ...
Revised Fee Structure for Section 538 Guaranteed Rural Rental Housing Program Initial and Annual Guarantee Fees
The Rural Housing Service (RHS or the Agency), a Rural Development agency of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is announcing a revision to the current fee structure for the Section 538 Guaranteed Rural Rental Housing Program (GRRHP) initial and annual guarantee fees.
Almonds Grown in California; Extension of Inedible Disposition Obligation Deadline
This final rule implements a recommendation from the Almond Board of California to extend the inedible disposition obligation deadline prescribed under the Federal marketing order for almonds grown in California from September 30 to November 30 indefinitely.
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
Rescission Notice; Pleasant Creek Supplemental Watershed Plan, Sanpete County, Utah
The NRCS Utah State Office, in coordination with Mt. Pleasant City, Pleasant Creek Irrigation Company, and Twin Creek Irrigation Company, is rescinding the Notice of Intent (NOI) to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Pleasant Creek Supplemental Watershed Plan in Sanpete County, Utah, which was ...
Rescission Notice; Upper Price River Watershed Project, Carbon County, Utah
The NRCS Utah State Office, in coordination with Price City, is rescinding the Notice of Intent (NOI) to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Upper Price River Watershed Project, Carbon County, Utah, which was published in the Federal Register on June 3, 2021. NRCS has determined that the NOI was ...
Modernization of Regulations Under 9 CFR Parts 101-118 and 123-124; Extension of Comment Period
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is extending the public comment period by 20 days on its Request for Information (RFI) to solicit the public's input on regulatory considerations related to 9 CFR parts 101-118, 123-124.
Driving Efficiency in Farm Loan Delivery; Correction
The Farm Service Agency (FSA) is issuing a correction to a final rule published in the Federal Register on September 4, 2026, which will be effective October 1, 2026. The final rule amended FSA's Farm Loan Program (FLP) regulations to permanently implement the Application Fast Track (AFT) process and to make other ...
Multifamily Housing Preservation Pilot and Multifamily Housing Guaranteed Loan Notice of Loan-to-Cost Percentage Change for Option 3 (Continuous Guarantee)
The Rural Housing Service (RHS or the Agency) of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) issues this notice to implement two related actions. The first action is the Multifamily Housing (MFH) Preservation Pilot (the Pilot). This action has 3 parts: MFH Rural Rental Housing Loan (MFH Section 515) and MFH ...
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
National Organic Program: Notice of Intent To Extend and Revise a Previously Approved Information Collection (2027)
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Marketing Service's intention to request an extension and revision of a previously approved information collection titled National Organic Program (OMB Control Number: 0581-0191).
Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection; Comment Request-Generic Clearance for FNA Quick Response Surveys (FNA QRS)
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice invites the general public and other public agencies to comment on this proposed information collection. This collection is a revision of a currently approved collection to conduct short, quick-turnaround surveys of State and local agencies providing ...
Agency Information Collection Activities: Turnip the Beet High Quality Summer Meals Program
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice invites the general public and other public agencies to comment on this proposed information collection. This collection is a revision of a currently approved collection for recognizing program sponsors' nutrition efforts in the Summer Food Service ...
Amendments To Import Requirements for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza
Current APHIS regulations specify that live birds and other avian commodities may not be exposed to highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) or sourced from premises quarantined for HPAI within the 90 days immediately preceding export to the United States. We are proposing to reduce this timeframe to 28 days preceding ...
Notice of Request for Extension and Revision of a Currently Approved Information Collection
This notice announces the U.S. Department of Agriculture, National Appeals Division's request for an extension and revision to a currently approved information collection for the Customer Service Survey.
Fruit Crops; Notice of Request for Extension and Revision of a Currently Approved Information Collection
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the Agricultural Marketing Service's (AMS) intention to request an extension for, and revision to, a currently approved information collection for Federal marketing orders covering fruit crops.
Softwood Lumber Board Assessment Rate Clarification and Changes to Membership
This final rule implements changes to the Softwood Lumber Research, Promotion, Consumer Education and Industry Information Order (Order). The changes include clarifying the assessment rate for softwood lumber imported into the United States and revising the membership of the Softwood Lumber Board (Board or SLB).
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Bayer U.S.-Crop Science: Availability of a Petition for a Determination of Nonregulated Status and Draft Plant Pest Risk Assessment for MON 89151 Lepidopteran-Protected Cotton (Gossypium hirsutum)
We are advising the public that the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service has received a petition from Bayer U.S.-Crop Science seeking a determination of nonregulated status for MON 89151 lepidopteran-protected cotton (Gossypium hirsutum) which has been developed using genetic engineering to express three ...
Bayer U.S.-Crop Science: Availability of a Petition for a Determination of Nonregulated Status and Draft Plant Pest Risk Assessment for Herbicide Resistant MON 96012 Cotton (Gossypium hirsutum)
We are advising the public that the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service has received a petition from Bayer U.S.-Crop Science seeking a determination of nonregulated status for herbicide resistant MON 96012 cotton (Gossypium hirsutum) which has been developed using genetic engineering to tolerate glyphosate, ...
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
Milk in the Northeast and Other Marketing Areas; Uniform Pricing Formula Provisions
The Agricultural Marketing Service's (AMS) Dairy Program published a final rule in the Federal Register on January 17, 2025, amending the pricing provisions in the 11 Federal Milk Marketing Orders (FMMOs). This document corrects the Class I differential in Morgan County, Ohio, and removes Shannon County, South Dakota, ...
Oranges, Grapefruit, Tangerines, and Pummelos Grown in Florida; Continuance Referendum
This document directs that a referendum be conducted among eligible Florida citrus producers to determine whether they favor continuance of the marketing order regulating the handling of oranges, grapefruit, tangerines, and pummelos produced in Florida.
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Record of Decision on Gould Wash Flood Protection Final Plan-Environmental Impact Statement, Washington County, Utah
The NRCS Utah State Office announces the availability of the Record of Decision (ROD) for the Supplemental Watershed Plan No. 10 and Final Environmental Impact Statement (Final Plan-EIS) for the Gould Wash Flood Protection Project in Washington County, Utah. NRCS has selected the "New Detention Dam and 3,000 cfs ...
Notice of Availability of a Pest Risk Analysis for the Importation of Fresh Coconut Fruit From Belize Into the United States
We are advising the public that we have prepared a pest risk analysis that evaluates the risks associated with the importation of fresh coconut fruit from Belize into the United States. Based on the analysis, we have determined that the application of one or more designated phytosanitary measures will be sufficient to ...
Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Affordable Rural Cooperative (ARC) Program 2026
The Rural Utilities Service (RUS or the Agency), a Rural Development (RD) agency of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is soliciting Letters of Interest (LOI) for loan Applications, announcing the Application process for those loans, and providing deadlines for Applications from eligible entities under ...
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: State of Ohio SNAP Demonstration Project
This notice invites the public to comment on the State of Ohio's demonstration project authorized under section 17(b) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, 7 U.S.C. 2026(b). The Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) will take appropriate action as necessary in response to comments.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: State of South Carolina SNAP Demonstration Project
This notice invites the public to comment on the State of South Carolina's demonstration project authorized under section 17(b) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, 7 U.S.C. 2026(b). The Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) will take appropriate action as necessary in response to comments.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: State of Louisiana SNAP Demonstration Project
This notice invites the public to comment on the State of Louisiana's demonstration project authorized under section 17(b) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, 7 U.S.C. 2026(b). The Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) will take appropriate action as necessary in response to comments.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: State of Indiana SNAP Demonstration Project
This notice invites the public to comment on the State of Indiana's demonstration project authorized under section 17(b) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, 7 U.S.C. 2026(b). The Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) will take appropriate action as necessary in response to comments.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: State of Utah SNAP Demonstration Project
This notice invites the public to comment on the State of Utah's demonstration project authorized under section 17(b) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, 7 U.S.C. 2026(b). The Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) will take appropriate action as necessary in response to comments.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: State of Montana SNAP Demonstration Project
This notice invites the public to comment on the State of Montana's demonstration project authorized under section 17(b) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, 7 U.S.C. 2026(b). The Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) will take appropriate action as necessary in response to comments.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: State of Oklahoma SNAP Demonstration Project
This notice invites the public to comment on the State of Oklahoma's demonstration project authorized under section 17(b) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, 7 U.S.C. 2026(b). The Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) will take appropriate action as necessary in response to comments.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: State of Kansas SNAP Demonstration Project
This notice invites the public to comment on the State of Kansas' demonstration project authorized under section 17(b) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, 7 U.S.C. 2026(b). The Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) will take appropriate action as necessary in response to comments.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: State of Idaho SNAP Demonstration Project
This notice invites the public to comment on the State of Idaho's demonstration project authorized under section 17(b) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, 7 U.S.C. 2026(b). The Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) will take appropriate action as necessary in response to comments.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: State of Hawaii SNAP Demonstration Project
This notice invites the public to comment on the State of Hawaii's demonstration project authorized under section 17(b) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, 7 U.S.C. 2026(b). The Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) will take appropriate action as necessary in response to comments.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: State of Florida SNAP Demonstration Project
This notice invites the public to comment on the State of Florida's demonstration project authorized under section 17(b) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, 7 U.S.C. 2026(b). The Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) will take appropriate action as necessary in response to comments.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: State of Arkansas SNAP Demonstration Project
This notice invites the public to comment on the State of Arkansas' demonstration project authorized under section 17(b) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, 7 U.S.C. 2026(b). The Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) will take appropriate action as necessary in response to comments.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: State of Texas SNAP Demonstration Project
This notice invites the public to comment on the State of Texas' demonstration project authorized under section 17(b) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, 7 U.S.C. 2026(b). The Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) will take appropriate action as necessary in response to comments.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: State of Missouri SNAP Demonstration Project
This notice invites the public to comment on the State of Missouri's demonstration project authorized under section 17(b) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, 7 U.S.C. 2026(b). The Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) will take appropriate action as necessary in response to comments.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: State of Wyoming SNAP Demonstration Project
This notice invites the public to comment on the State of Wyoming's demonstration project authorized under section 17(b) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, 7 U.S.C. 2026(b). The Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) will take appropriate action as necessary in response to comments.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: State of Nevada SNAP Demonstration Project Request
This notice invites the public to comment on the State of Nevada's request to conduct a demonstration project authorized under section 17(b) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, 7 U.S.C. 2026(b). The Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) will take appropriate action as necessary in response to comments.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: State of Virginia SNAP Demonstration Project
This notice invites the public to comment on the State of Virginia's demonstration project authorized under section 17(b) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, 7 U.S.C. 2026(b). The Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) will take appropriate action as necessary in response to comments.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program: State of North Dakota SNAP Demonstration Project
This notice invites the public to comment on the State of North Dakota's demonstration project authorized under section 17(b) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008, 7 U.S.C. 2026(b). The Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) will take appropriate action as necessary in response to comments.
Notice of Availability of a Final Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact for the Field Release of Aceria salsolae (Acari: Eriophyidae), a Mite for Biological Control of Russian Thistle (Salsola tragus), in the Contiguous United States
We are advising the public that the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service has prepared a final environmental assessment and finding of no significant impact relative to permitting the release of the blister mite, Aceria salsolae (Acari: Eriophyidae), for the biological control of Russian thistle (Salsola tragus ...
Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Affordable Rural Cooperative (ARC) Program 2026
The Rural Utilities Service (RUS or the Agency), a Rural Development (RD) agency of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is soliciting Letters of Interest (LOI) for loan Applications, announcing the Application process for those loans, and providing deadlines for Applications from eligible entities under ...
Mount Taylor Ranger District, Cibola National Forest & National Grasslands; New Mexico; Roca Honda Mine Project
The U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service (Forest Service), Cibola National Forest & National Grasslands, intends to prepare an environmental impact statement (EIS) to assess and disclose the effects of the proposed Plan of Operations (PoO), also referred to as the Mine Operations and Reclamation Plan (MORP), ...
Rescission Notice; West Fork Battle Creek Watershed Plan, Carbon County, Wyoming
The NRCS Wyoming State Office, in coordination with the U.S. Forest Service and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), is rescinding the notice of intent (NOI) to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the West Fork Battle Creek Watershed Project in Carbon County, Wyoming, which was published in the ...
Notice of Request for Extension of a Currently Approved Information Collection
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the Agricultural Marketing Service's (AMS) intention to request approval from the Office of Management and Budget for an extension of, and revision to, the currently approved information collection National Bioengineered Food Disclosure ...
National Urban and Community Forestry Advisory Council (NUCFAC)
The National Urban and Community Forestry Advisory Council (NUCFAC) will hold a public meeting according to the details shown below. The Council is authorized under the Cooperative Forestry Assistance Act and operates in compliance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act. The Council is responsible for developing a ...
Special Areas; Roadless Area Conservation
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA or Department) is extending the public comment period for the proposed rule titled Special Areas; Roadless Area Conservation, published in the Federal Register on August 20, 2026 (91 FR 53827). The notice of proposed rulemaking invited public comment on the proposed rule, the ...
Notice of Intent To Request Revision and Extension of a Currently Approved Information Collection
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the intention of the National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) to request approval to revise and extend a currently approved information collection to gather data related to water usage for North Carolina agricultural operations that ...
Codex Alimentarius Commission: Meeting of the Codex Committee on Nutrition and Foods for Special Dietary Uses
The U.S Codex Office is sponsoring a public meeting on October 5, 2026. The objective of the public meeting is to provide information and receive public comments on agenda items and draft U.S. positions to be discussed at the 45th Session of the Codex Committee on Nutrition and Foods for Special Dietary Uses ...
Notice of Intent To Request Revision and Extension of a Currently Approved Information Collection.
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the intention of the National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) to request revision and extension of a currently approved information collection, the Agricultural Prices Surveys. Revision to burden hours may be needed due to changes in ...
Domestic Quarantine: Quarantined Areas and Regulated Articles
We are advising the public of the changes made to our lists of domestic quarantined areas in 2025. These changes may be viewed on the relevant plant pest programs' websites.
Avocados Grown in South Florida; Continuance Referendum
This document directs that a referendum be conducted among eligible Florida avocado growers to determine whether they favor continuance of the marketing order regulating the handling of avocados grown in South Florida.
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
Notice of Request for Extension of a Currently Approved Information Collection
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the Agricultural Marketing Service's (AMS) intention to request approval from the Office of Management and Budget for an extension of, and revision to, the currently approved information collection, "Country of Origin Labeling."
Modernization of Regulations Under 9 CFR Parts 101-118 and 123-124
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) proffers this Request for Information (RFI) to solicit the public's input on regulatory considerations related to 9 CFR parts 101-118, 123-124. The regulations are issued primarily pursuant to Section 154 of the Virus- Serum-Toxin Act (VSTA). USDA intends to evaluate each part ...
Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Agriculture Innovation Center Demonstration (AIC) Program 2026
The Rural Business Cooperative Service (RBCS or the Agency), a Rural Development (RD) agency of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is announcing the acceptance of Applications for the Agriculture Innovation Center Demonstration (AIC) Program for fiscal year (FY) 2026. In future years this funding ...
Specialty Crop Diversion Programs; Notice of Request for Approval of a New Information Collection
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the Agricultural Marketing Service's (AMS) intention to request approval for a new information collection from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) under OMB Control No. 0581-NEW. This action would create new application and ...
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
Under 2 CFR parts 200 and 400. For assistance agreements awarded on or after December 26, 2014, 2 CFR part 400 implements OMB regulations in 2 CFR part 200. FAS grant programs plan to collect the information from grant applicants needed to evaluate and rank applicants and protect the integrity of the grantee selection ...
Ottawa Resource Advisory Committee
The Ottawa 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 (FACA). The purpose of the ...
Simplified Geographic Preference Procurement in Child Nutrition Programs
This direct final rule amends geographic preference option language in National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program, Special Milk Program for Children, Child and Adult Care Program, and Summer Food Service Program regulations. The changes are customer- focused and intended to simplify program regulations ...
Watermelon Research and Promotion Plan; Realignment; Withdrawal of Proposed Rule
The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is withdrawing a proposed rule, published in the Federal Register on September 19, 2025, that proposed adjusting the Watermelon Research and Promotion Plan (Plan) by realigning several production districts and reducing the number of importers on the National Watermelon ...