Documents

Milk in the Tennessee Valley Marketing Area; Notice of Extension of Time for Filing Comments

Federal Register · Proposed Rule · Jul 14, 1997

Southern Belle Dairy, a handler regulated under the Tennessee Valley milk order, requested the extension of time contending that the original comment period was too short to prepare a proper response. … This notice is issued pursuant to the provisions of the Agricultural Marketing Agreement Act of 1937, as amended (7 U.S.C. 601- 674).

United States Standards for Grades of Grapefruit Juice

Federal Register · Notice · Jun 10, 2002

The standards are established under the authority of the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 (7 U.S.C. 1621-1627). … This notice provides for a 60 day comment period for interested parties to comment on changes to the standard.

Feasibility Study on Livestock Dealer Statutory Trust

Federal Register · Notice · Apr 25, 2019

AMS has regulatory authority over two statutes that contain statutory trusts: The Packers and Stockyards (P&S) Act and the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA). … This notice provides for a 60-day period for interested parties to comment on the components of the study. Authority: Sec. 12103, Pub. L. 115-334, 132 Stat. 4490. Dated: April 22, 2019.

Almonds Grown in California; Revisions to the Accepted User Program Requirements and New Information Collection

Federal Register · Rule · Nov 26, 2019

No public comments were received regarding the initial regulatory flexibility analysis. … A 30-day comment period ending August 12, 2019, was provided to allow interested persons to respond to the proposal. No comments were received.

Recordkeeping Requirements for Certified Applicators of Federally Restricted Use Pesticides

Federal Register · Rule · May 11, 1995

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Background As part of the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990 (7 U.S.C. 136i-1), Congress mandated the establishment by the Secretary of Agriculture, … Based on these comments and re-evaluation of the timing of the effective date, AMS has determined that additional time is appropriate for the final regulations to become effective.

Cotton Board Rules and Regulations: Adjusting Supplemental Assessment on Imports (2015 Amendments)

Federal Register · Rule · Sep 3, 2015

Any parties interested in commenting must do so during this comment period. C. … A 30-day comment period is provided to comment on the changes to the Cotton Board Rules and Regulations proposed herein.

United States Standards for Grades of Frozen Onions

Federal Register · Rule · Aug 22, 2017

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Section 203(c) of the Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 (Act) (7 U.S.C. 1621-1627), as amended, directs and authorizes the Secretary of Agriculture “to develop and improve … Comments In the most recent comments published November 23, 2016, in 81 FR 84506, and extended comment period published March 3, 2017, in 82 FR 12424, AMS received 19 comments.

Grapes Grown in a Designated Area of Southeastern California; Section 610 Review

Federal Register · Rule · Jun 28, 2011

The marketing order is effective under the Agricultural Marketing Agreement Act of 1937 (Act), as amended (7 U.S.C. 601-674). … In general, the comments addressed issues that were the subject of a separate notice and comment informal rulemaking action concerning proposed changes to the regulatory period under the marketing order

Meeting of the Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee

Federal Register · Notice · Sep 10, 2024

SUMMARY: In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act, as amended, the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), U.S. … Representatives from USDA mission areas and other government agencies affecting the fruit and vegetable industry are periodically called upon to participate in the Committee's meetings as determined by

Nomenclature Changes; Technical Amendment

Federal Register · Rule · Mar 3, 2022

The notice and comment requirements in the Administrative Procedure Act (APA) (5 U.S.C. 553) apply to rules as defined in 5 U.S.C. 551 (“the whole or a part of an agency statement of general or particular … Although there is no formal comment period, public comments on this rule are welcome on an ongoing basis.

California Almond Marketing Order; Section 610 Review

Federal Register · Rule · Jun 20, 2002

The marketing order is authorized under the Agricultural Marketing Agreement Act of 1937 (Act), as amended (7 U.S.C. 601-674). … During the comment period, two written comments in support of the marketing order were received. The comments were received from the Board and an almond handler.

Fresh Prunes Grown in Designated Counties in Washington and in Umatilla County, OR; Suspension of Handling Regulations, Establishment of Reporting Requirements, and Suspension of the Fresh Prune Import Regulation

Federal Register · Rule · Oct 17, 2006

A 60-day comment period ending July 10, 2006, was provided to allow interested persons to respond to the interim final rule. Two comments were received during the comment period. … However, as neither comment addressed the substance of this rule, they will not be considered in this document.

Marketing Order Regulating the Handling of Spearmint Oil Produced in the Far West; Salable Quantities and Allotment Percentages for the 2014-2015 Marketing Year

Federal Register · Rule · May 8, 2014

A 15-day comment period ending March 31, 2014, was provided to allow interested persons to respond to the proposal. No comments were received. … Finally, a 15-day comment period was provided for in the proposed rule.

Notice of Meeting of the National Organic Standards Board

Federal Register · Notice · May 25, 2000

Comments are being accepted until June 12, 2000. … Comments should be identified with docket number TMD-00-02-PR.

Changes in Fees for Voluntary Federal Meat Grading and Certification Services

Federal Register · Rule · Sep 27, 2006

The Agency response to the comment is as follows: (1) Postpone the fee increase: The Agricultural Marketing Act of 1946 provides for the collection of fees from users of the Federal meat grading … Accordingly, AMS will not address the comment in this final rule. The comment was forwarded to FSIS for their consideration.

Processed Fruits and Vegetables

Federal Register · Proposed Rule · Jul 11, 2006

Import regulations apply only during those periods when domestic marketing order regulations are in effect. … A thirty day comment period is provided for interested persons to comment on this proposed action.

Notice of Request for Approval of an Existing Information Collection in Use Without an OMB Control Number

Federal Register · Notice · Dec 23, 2024

ACTION: Notice and request for comments. … A 60-day comment period is provided to allow interested persons to respond to the notice. Authority: 44 U.S.C. chapter 35.

Marketing Order Regulating the Handling of Spearmint Oil Produced in the Far West; Salable Quantities and Allotment Percentages for the 2022-2023 Marketing Year

Federal Register · Proposed Rule · Feb 14, 2022

DATES: Comments must be received by April 15, 2022. ADDRESSES: Interested persons are invited to submit written comments concerning this proposal. … A 60-day comment period is provided to allow interested persons to respond to this proposal.

Milk in the Appalachian and Southeast Marketing Areas; Final Partial Decision on Proposed Amendments to Marketing Agreements and to Orders

Federal Register · Proposed Rule · Mar 7, 2014

Comments and Exceptions Comments filed by Dean in response to the tentative partial decision supported the proposed amendments as recommended by USDA. … Comments filed on behalf of LOL supported the adoption of Proposals 1 and 3.

Notice of Meeting of the National Organic Standards Board

Federal Register · Notice · Oct 7, 2003

While persons wishing to make a presentation may sign up at the door, advance registration will ensure that a person has the opportunity to speak during the allotted time period and will help the NOSB … Written comments may also be submitted at the meeting. Persons submitting written comments at the meeting are asked to provide 30 copies.