Opportunity
Federal Register #2026-16122
USDA Notice for Public Comment on Information Collection Activities
Buyer
United States Department of Agriculture
Posted
August 07, 2026
Identifier
2026-16122
This notice from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) requests public comment on proposed information collection activities, not procurement. - Government Buyer: - US Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) - Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned, as this is not a solicitation for products or services. - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being requested for purchase. - The notice pertains to regulatory information collection activities, including: - Almond regulation in California (7 CFR part 981) - Specimen submission requirements under the Animal Health Protection Act of 2002 - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Public feedback is requested on the necessity, utility, and burden of the information collection - Information will be used by USDA representatives and authorized agents for regulatory purposes - No part numbers, purchase quantities, or contract value are provided.
Description
This notice from the USDA announces the submission for Office of Management and Budget (OMB) review and invites public comments on proposed information collection activities related to agency information collection, proposals, submissions, and approvals. It includes details about the Agricultural Marketing Service's regulation of almonds grown in California and the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service's specimen submission requirements. The notice requests comments on the necessity, utility, and burden of the information collection, with a comment deadline of September 8, 2026. The information collected is used by USDA representatives and authorized agents to support regulatory functions.