Agriculture & Food Safety

FCIC Seeks Revision of Approved Information Collection for Crop Insurance

The Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC) is requesting public comment on a revision to an approved information collection related to the Multiple Peril Crop Insurance program. The renewal seeks to extend OMB approval for an additional 3 years, impacting producers and insurance companies reinsured by FCIC.

FCIC Removes Obsolete Regulations

The Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC) is removing obsolete regulations from title 7 of the CFR. This final rule, effective August 14, 2025, aims to reduce regulatory burdens and costs by eliminating outdated provisions related to Actual Production History and specific disaster and pandemic programs. The agency states these changes will not impact current or past FCIC customers.

Federal Crop Insurance Corporation: Rule Expanding Access to Risk Protection

The Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC) is amending its regulations to implement changes from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and update crop insurance policies. These changes clarify harvest price methodology, deregulate regionalized program dates, and remove barriers to direct marketing, among other updates. The rule is effective November 30, 2025, with applicability for the 2026 and succeeding crop years.

FCIC Seeks Comments on Extension of Information Collection

The Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC) is requesting public comments on the extension of an existing information collection related to Subpart U—Ineligibility for Programs under the Federal Crop Insurance Act. The current approval for OMB Control Number 0563-0085 expires on September 30, 2026.

FCSIC Board of Directors Meeting Notice

The Farm Credit System Insurance Corporation (FCSIC) has issued a notice for its upcoming Board of Directors meeting on July 9, 2025. The meeting will include public and closed sessions to discuss financial reports, performance plans, and insurance premium rates.

FCSIC Adjusts Civil Money Penalties for Inflation

The Farm Credit System Insurance Corporation (FCSIC) has issued a final rule adjusting civil money penalties (CMPs) for inflation as required by federal law. The adjusted penalties will apply to assessments made on or after January 15, 2025.

Notice of Hearings, Meetings, Proceedings, etc.

The Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC) has issued a notice regarding upcoming hearings, meetings, and proceedings. This notice serves to inform relevant parties about scheduled events and opportunities for participation.

FCSIC Board of Directors Meeting Notice

The Farm Credit System Insurance Corporation (FCSIC) has issued a notice for its upcoming regular meeting of the Board of Directors on February 11, 2026. The meeting will include portions open to the public, covering topics such as insurance premium rates and policy statements.

FCSIC Board of Directors Meeting Notice

The Farm Credit System Insurance Corporation (FCSIC) has issued a notice for its regular Board of Directors meeting on December 10, 2025. The meeting will include both public and closed sessions to discuss financial reports, performance plans, and audit matters.

USDA FPAC Request for Comments on New Federal Award Monitoring Form

The USDA's Farm Production and Conservation (FPAC) is requesting public comments on a new information collection request for the FPAC Federal Award Performance Monitoring and Reporting Form. This form will support performance measurement for federal awards and replace the discontinued Standard Form (SF) Performance Progress Report.