Federal Register #2026-14455

Notice of Recordkeeping Requirement Renewal for Export Fruit Acts Compliance

This notice from the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), under the Department of Agriculture, concerns the renewal of a recordkeeping requirement for exporters of U.S.-grown apples and grapes under the Export Fruit Acts. - Government Buyer: - Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) - No OEMs or commercial vendors are involved, as this is not a procurement action - Products/Services Requested: - Renewal of information collection for recordkeeping compliance - Exporters must maintain Export Form Certificates (SC205) to document compliance with USDA inspection and certification requirements for exported apples and grapes - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Applies to exporters of fresh apples and grapes grown in the United States - Ensures compliance with quality and shipping standards for export - Public comments are invited regarding the renewal of this information collection - No products, equipment, or services are being procured; this is a regulatory compliance notice

Description

This notice announces the Agricultural Marketing Service's (AMS) intention to request renewal of a recordkeeping burden for a currently approved information collection under the Export Fruit Acts. The Acts cover exports of fresh apples and grapes grown in the United States to foreign destinations, requiring USDA inspection and certification to ensure compliance with quality and shipping requirements. The recordkeeping primarily involves maintaining Export Form Certificates (SC205) by exporters to verify compliance. The notice invites public comments on the renewal request and provides details on the burden estimate and respondent information.

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