USDA Withdraws Proposed Changes to the Handling Requirements for Florida Tomatoes

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is withdrawing a proposal that would have revised the handling requirements under the federal marketing order for tomatoes grown in Florida. After receiving feedback from industry stakeholders, USDA determined there is insufficient support for the proposed changes that were recommended by the Florida Tomato Committee.

USDA to Launch New Electronic Trade Certification System for Dairy

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will launch the Agriculture Trade Licensing & Attestation Solution (ATLAS) on May 6, 2021. ATLAS is the first phase of an improved electronic trade certification system (eTDE) for use by the dairy industry. The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is leading the modernization of eTDE, which is the current electronic certification system, to streamline agriculture trade activities and improve the customer experience.

USDA Proposes Scotch, Native Spearmint Oil Salable Quantities, Allotment Percentages

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) invites comments on a proposed rule to establish the salable quantities of Scotch and Native spearmint oil produced in Washington, Idaho, Oregon and parts of Nevada and Utah that handlers may purchase from producers, or handle on their behalf, during the 2021-2022 marketing year.

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