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USDA Notice on Information Collection Activities

The USDA has submitted information collection requirements for review under the Paperwork Reduction Act. This notice specifically concerns the Food Safety and Inspection Service's requirements for marking, labeling, and packaging of meat, poultry, and egg products. Comments are requested by April 3, 2026.

USDA Agency Information Collection Activities Proposals Submissions Approvals

The USDA is providing notice of its agency information collection activities, including proposals, submissions, and approvals. This notice serves to inform the public about ongoing information collection efforts managed by the Department of Agriculture.

USDA Seeks Nominations for Tribal Advisory Committee

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is reopening the nomination period for three vacancies on its Tribal Advisory Committee. Nominations must be submitted by March 31, 2026. The committee advises the Secretary of Agriculture on matters relating to Tribal and Indian Affairs.

Department of Agriculture Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request

The Department of Agriculture has submitted a request for Office of Management and Budget (OMB) review, initiating a public comment period. This notice announces the submission and invites interested parties to provide feedback on the proposed information collection.

Agriculture Department Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request

The Department of Agriculture has submitted a document for review by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). This notice requests public comments on the submission, which is related to ongoing regulatory processes.

USDA and Army Corps Contract for Texas Sterile Fly Facility

The USDA and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers have awarded a construction contract for a new sterile fly production facility in Edinburg, Texas. This facility is part of a strategy to combat the New World Screwworm and protect U.S. livestock and public health.

USDA Completes Sterile Fly Dispersal Facility in Texas

The USDA announced the completion of a sterile fly dispersal facility in Edinburg, Texas. This new facility will enhance the agency's capacity to combat the New World Screwworm by increasing the range of sterile fly releases along the U.S. border and within the country if needed.

USDA Launches 'One Farmer, One File' Initiative

The USDA has launched the 'One Farmer, One File' initiative to create a single, streamlined record for farmers across USDA systems. This modernization aims to reduce administrative burden, improve efficiency, and save time and resources for both farmers and agency staff.

USDA Awards $26.8M for Local Agriculture Market Program

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced over $26.8 million in grant awards through the Local Agriculture Market Program (LAMP). These funds will support projects aimed at connecting farmers to local markets, expanding producer-to-consumer sales, and strengthening regional food systems.

USDA One Farmer, One File Initiative

The USDA has launched the "One Farmer, One File" initiative, replacing hundreds of outdated systems with a single digital record to streamline processes for farmers. Secretary Rollins highlighted this modernization effort in an op-ed, emphasizing its role in cutting red tape and accelerating program fund delivery.