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APHIS Announces Availability of More Than $12 Million in Funding to Control and Prevent Chronic Wasting Disease
By USDA Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is making over $12 million available for states and Tribal governments, research institutions and universities to control and prevent chronic wasting disease (CWD) in wild and farmed cervids (e.g., deer, elk).
USDA Announces 2023 Plans for Eradicating Asian Longhorned Beetle in Massachusetts, New York, Ohio, and South Carolina
By USDA Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is announcing its 2023 plans for combatting the Asian longhorned beetle (ALB) infestations in Massachusetts, New York, Ohio, and South Carolina.
USDA Seeks Public Input on Draft Environmental Documents for Deregulation of Corn Developed Using Genetic Engineering [open for comment through May 11, 2023]
By USDA Newswire Report | Apr 19, 2023
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is inviting public comment on a draft Environmental Assessment (EA) and draft Plant Pest Risk Assessment (PPRA).
Constituent Update - April 14, 2023
By USDA Newswire | Apr 15, 2023
Release: On May 16, 2023, the National Advisory Committee on Microbiological Criteria for Foods (NACMCF) will be holding a hybrid (in-person in Washington, D.C. and virtual) public meeting to provide an update on the Cyclospora cayetanensis in produce and Cronobacter spp. in powdered infant formula charges. Concurrent subcommittee meetings will be held on May 16-18, 2023.
APHIS Amends Federal Order for Entry Requirements for Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) and Pepper (Capsicum spp.) Seeds Imported from All Countries into the United States
By USDA Newswire Report | Apr 10, 2023
Effective immediately, the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is amending the entry requirements for pepper (Capsicum spp.) seeds imported into the United States from all countries.
APHIS Seeks Comments on Draft Pest Risk Assessments for the Importation of Spinach and of Melon Seeds for Planting from All Countries
By USDA Newswire Report | Apr 10, 2023
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is inviting public comment on draft pest risk assessments for the importation of spinach (Spinacia oleracea) and melon (Cucumis melo) seeds for planting from all countries.
Constituent Update - April 7, 2023
By USDA Newswire | Apr 8, 2023
Release: FSIS is extending the comment period on the proposed rule for a voluntary Product of USA labeling claim. Published on March 13, 2023, the deadline for comments was originally May 12, 2023. The proposed rule will be open for comments for an additional 30 days until June 11, 2023.
USDA Appoints New Members to Food Safety Advisory Committee
By USDA Newswire Report | Apr 6, 2023
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is announcing the appointment of 15 new members and five returning members to the National Advisory Committee on Meat and Poultry Inspection (NACMPI).
Food Safety Do's and Don'ts for Ramadan
By USDA Newswire Report | Apr 6, 2023
A blessed Ramadan to all those who celebrate! As the month of fasting in Islam begins, families are looking forward to gathering for community and home-cooked meals.
FSIS Grants Pilot Project to Control Salmonella in Poultry Establishment
By USDA Newswire Report | Apr 6, 2023
As a part of FSIS’ ongoing efforts to reduce foodborne illnesses caused by Salmonella, FSIS invited poultry slaughter and processing establishments to submit proposals for pilot projects to test different strategies for Salmonella control in poultry products.
USDA Asks Americans to Protect Plants by Looking for Invasive Pests in April
By USDA Newswire Report | Apr 6, 2023
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is declaring April 2023 Invasive Plant Pest and Disease Awareness Month (IPPDAM).
APHIS Issues Regulatory Status Review Responses: Donald Danforth Center Teff and Moolec Science Limited Safflower
By USDA Newswire Report | Apr 6, 2023
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) recently reviewed a teff plant and a safflower plant that were modified using genetic engineering. We reviewed the plants to determine whether they present an increased plant pest risk as compared to unmodified plants.
APHIS Seeks Public Comment on the Draft Rangeland Grasshopper and Mormon Cricket Suppression Program Environmental Assessment in Washington State
By USDA Newswire Report | Apr 6, 2023
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is making available to the public a draft environmental assessment (EA) addressing Federal involvement in portions of Washington State for the Rangeland Grasshopper and Mormon Cricket Suppression Program.
APHIS Seeks Public Comment on the Draft Rangeland Grasshopper and Mormon Cricket Suppression Program Environmental Assessment in Washington State
By USDA Newswire Report | Apr 6, 2023
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is making available to the public a draft environmental assessment (EA) addressing Federal involvement in portions of Washington State for the Rangeland Grasshopper and Mormon Cricket Suppression Program.
Public press releases : U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service publishes 111 in March
By USDA Newswire | Apr 5, 2023
There were 111 press releases published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service in March.
Constituent Update - March 31, 2023
By USDA Newswire | Apr 1, 2023
Release: As a part of FSIS ongoing efforts to reduce foodborne illnesses caused by Salmonella, FSIS invited poultry slaughter and processing establishments to submit proposals for pilot projects to test different strategies for Salmonella control in poultry products. FSIS is granting a pilot project to an establishment...
USDA Grants Available to Spur Innovation Technologies in Montana
By USDA Newswire Reports | Mar 30, 2023
USDA Grants Available to Spur Innovation Technologies in Montana
Sign-Up Period Extended for Inflation Reduction Act Funding for Climate-Smart Practices
By USDA Newswire Reports | Mar 30, 2023
Sign-Up Period Extended for Inflation Reduction Act Funding for Climate-Smart Practices
Celebrating Women’s History Month
By USDA Newswire Reports | Mar 30, 2023
Celebrating Women’s History Month
Funding available for Conservation Innovation Grants in Maine
By USDA Newswire Reports | Mar 30, 2023
Funding available for Conservation Innovation Grants in Maine