Federal Register #2026-21223

APHIS review of interstate movement of fresh wasabi from Hawaii

USDA APHIS is reviewing the plant-health risks of interstate movement of fresh wasabi from Hawaii to the continental United States. - Government buyer: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). - Purpose: APHIS prepared a pest risk analysis and related risk-management document concerning fresh wasabi leaves and rhizomes moving from Hawaii to the continental United States. - Current status: The movement is not currently authorized. APHIS found that designated phytosanitary measures could mitigate the identified risks and is seeking public review and comment before deciding whether to authorize movement. - Products or contracted services: None requested; this is a regulatory review, not a procurement for goods or services. - OEMs and vendors: None identified.

Description

APHIS prepared a pest risk analysis evaluating the risks of moving fresh wasabi leaves and rhizomes for consumption from Hawaii into the continental United States. This interstate movement is not currently authorized. APHIS determined that one or more designated phytosanitary measures would be sufficient to mitigate risks from plant pests or noxious weeds, and is making the analysis and related risk management document available for public review and comment. Comments are due by December 15, 2026; APHIS will announce its decision on the movement status in a subsequent notice.

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