# APHIS Seeks Comment on CWD Standards

USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is seeking public comment on proposed revisions to national chronic wasting disease (CWD) control standards for farmed cervids. The 30-day comment period begins October 26, 2026. Proposed changes include shorter trace and quarantine periods for some deer species, genetics-based herd plans, revised indemnity priorities, and development of a national recordkeeping system. This is a regulatory and program-development action, not a contract solicitation.

- Farmed-cervid producers and other affected stakeholders can submit comments during the 30-day period beginning October 26.
- Contractors and technology providers may find the proposed national recordkeeping system relevant to future program needs, but APHIS has not announced a procurement opportunity.
- Procurement teams supporting animal-health programs should distinguish the proposed standards from finalized requirements when assessing potential impacts on services or systems.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Environment
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance, Policy
**Published:** October 24, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
- Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)

### Sources
- [APHIS Seeks Comment on Modernized CWD Control for Farmed Cervids](https://www.aphis.usda.gov/news/agency-announcements/aphis-announces-plans-modernize-chronic-wasting-disease-control-farmed) - USDA