Opportunity
Federal Register #2026-21947
USDA Seeks Advisory Board and Citrus Disease Subcommittee Members
Buyer
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Office of the Secretary
Posted
October 28, 2026
Respond By
November 30, 2026
Identifier
2026-21947
USDA is seeking applicants for advisory roles focused on agricultural research and citrus disease issues. - Government buyer: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Office of the Secretary, through its Research, Education, and Economics agency. - Opportunity: Membership vacancies on the National Agricultural Research, Extension, Education, and Economics (NAREEE) Advisory Board and the Citrus Disease Subcommittee (CDS). This is an application notice, not a procurement for products or services. - Applicants: Submit a resume or CV and completed Form AD-755. A cover letter and recommendation letters are optional. CDS applicants should represent stakeholders and understand citrus industry opportunities and barriers, especially citrus diseases. - Selection and service: Applicants are considered based on relevant qualifications, experience, expertise, leadership, and committee needs. Members serve without compensation; authorized travel reimbursement may be available. Terms are staggered for one, two, or three years.
Description
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is soliciting applications to fill vacancies on the NAREEE Advisory Board and Citrus Disease Subcommittee for Fiscal Year 2027. Applicants should review the membership categories and submit a nomination package, including a resume or CV and completed Form AD-755; cover letters and recommendation letters are optional. Applications are due by close of business November 30, 2026, if submitted electronically, or must be postmarked by that date if mailed. Appointed members will serve one-, two-, or three-year terms and are expected to begin serving in Fiscal Year 2027.