Federal Register #2026-05978

USDA Regulatory Notice: APHIS Deregulation of Bayer CropScience MON 95275 Maize and FSIS Information Collection Renewal

This notice from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) addresses two regulatory actions involving APHIS and FSIS: - APHIS Determination on MON 95275 Maize - APHIS (Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service) has determined that Bayer CropScience's genetically engineered MON 95275 maize (corn) is no longer regulated under 7 CFR part 340. - MON 95275 maize was developed by Bayer CropScience to produce two insecticidal proteins and a double-stranded RNA transcript for protection against corn rootworm pests. - The determination is based on Bayer CropScience's petition, scientific data, a plant pest risk assessment, and public comments. - Bayer CropScience is the only OEM mentioned, as the developer of the maize. - FSIS Information Collection Renewal - FSIS (Food Safety and Inspection Service) seeks to renew an approved information collection for non-FSIS laboratories testing food samples during illness outbreaks and recall investigations. - The renewal covers verification of certifications, documentation, and laboratory reports, with an estimated 3 respondents and 22.5 annual burden hours. - No Procurement or Award - No products or services are being procured or awarded; both actions are regulatory in nature. - Key Locations - USDA APHIS Facility, 5601 Sunnyside Avenue, Beltsville, MD - USDA South Building, 14th Street and Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC - FSIS USDA Headquarters, 1400 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC

Description

This notice announces the determination by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) that MON 95275 maize (corn), genetically engineered to produce two insecticidal proteins and a double-stranded RNA transcript for protection against corn rootworm pests, is no longer regulated under APHIS regulations. The decision is based on evaluation of Bayer CropScience's petition, scientific data, a plant pest risk assessment, and public comments. The change in regulatory status is effective as of March 19, 2026, and the notice provides access to the written determination and supporting documents.

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