Federal Register #2026-21311

USDA Notices on Passion Fruit Import Risk Analysis and Proposed National Forest Recreation Fees

USDA notices cover a plant-health review and proposed recreation fees on national forests; they do not announce a procurement opportunity. - Government buyers: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), including the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and the Forest Service. Specific offices are not identified. - APHIS notice: Requests public review and comment on the pest risk analysis and risk management measures for importing fresh passion fruit (Passiflora edulis) from Viet Nam into the United States. The proposed phytosanitary measures are intended to reduce the risk of introducing or spreading plant pests or noxious weeds. - Forest Service, Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest: Proposes recreation fees of $10 per night at Mill Falls Campground and $15 per night at Pine Grove and Falls Creek Campgrounds. Proposed cabin rental fees are $55 per night at Forest Lake and Highwood Cabins. - Forest Service, National Forests in North Carolina: A separate notice introduces proposed recreation fee sites, but the available information does not identify the sites or fees. - No OEMs, vendors, purchased products, or procurement services are identified.

Description

APHIS has prepared a pest risk analysis evaluating risks associated with importing fresh passion fruit (Passiflora edulis) for consumption from Viet Nam into the United States. It determined that one or more designated phytosanitary measures would be sufficient to mitigate the risks of introducing or disseminating plant pests or noxious weeds through these imports. The pest risk assessment, risk management document, and information on economic considerations are available for public review and comment through December 18, 2026. After considering comments, APHIS will announce its decision regarding the import status of the fruit in a subsequent notice.

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