# FTC and USDA Seek Equipment Market Comments

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) are seeking public input on manufacturing, distribution, sales, and maintenance practices in agricultural equipment markets. Farmers, independent repair providers, manufacturers, dealers, and current or former industry employees may submit comments through December 7, 2026. This is an agency inquiry, not a contract solicitation; its relevance to procurement is the potential for future competition or market-practice policy changes affecting equipment sourcing and support services.

- Eligible stakeholders with relevant experience can submit comments by December 7, 2026.
- Procurement professionals and suppliers should assess how equipment market practices could affect sourcing, sales channels, repair access, and maintenance support; the inquiry does not establish new requirements or guarantee a procurement opportunity.
- Contractors and suppliers involved in agricultural equipment markets can use the comment process to provide relevant information to the agencies.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Published:** November 01, 2026

### Government Entities
- Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
- U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)

### Sources
- [FTC and USDA Request Public Comment on Equipment Manufacturing and Marketing Practices – The Presidential Prayer Team](https://www.presidentialprayerteam.org/2026/11/01/ftc-and-usda-request-public-comment-on-equipment-manufacturing-and-marketing-practices) - The Presidential Prayer Team