APHIS

APHIS Extension Request

The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has posted a request for an extension related to a previous notice. This action concerns a specific docket number and is part of ongoing regulatory processes.

APHIS Adds Sri Lanka to African Swine Fever Affected Regions List

The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has added Sri Lanka to its list of regions affected by African Swine Fever (ASF). This action, effective December 4, 2024, imposes import restrictions on pork and pork products from Sri Lanka to prevent the introduction of ASF into the United States.

APHIS Notice: Pioneer Hi-Bred Maize Risk Assessment Extension

The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has received a request from Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc. to extend a determination of nonregulated status for a new variety of genetically engineered maize (DP51291) based on its similarity to a previously approved variety (DP23211). APHIS is making this extension request and its draft risk assessment available for public comment.

APHIS Brucellosis Eradication Program Information Collection Revision

The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is requesting a revision and extension of approval for an information collection related to the Cooperative State-Federal Brucellosis Eradication Program. This notice is part of the public comment period for the proposed changes.

Pest Risk Analysis for Sweet Potato Imports from South Korea

The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has issued a notice of availability for a pest risk analysis concerning the importation of fresh sweet potato roots from the Republic of Korea into the United States. The agency is seeking public comment on the analysis, which evaluates potential phytosanitary measures.