What is a Fishbone Diagram

A fishbone diagram, also known as an Ishikawa diagram, is a visual method for Root Cause Analysis (RCA) that organizes cause-and-effect actions into categories.

A fishbone diagram is a simple yet powerful way to brainstorm potential causes of problems and how they interact. Using this diagram during your RCA session can help you narrow in on the root cause of your problems. This will give you a comprehensive view of your issues and where you exactly want to focus your problem-solving.

Docket Number: AMS-SC-23-0069
Comments Due: February 13, 2024

Summary

In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the Agricultural Marketing Service's (AMS) intention to request approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for an extension of and revision to the currently approved information collection 0581–0268 for the Christmas Tree Promotion, Research and Information Program.

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Docket Number: AMS-SC-23-0069
Comments Due: February 13, 2024

Summary

In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, this notice announces the Agricultural Marketing Service's (AMS) intention to request approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for an extension of and revision to the currently approved information collection 0581–0268 for the Christmas Tree Promotion, Research and Information Program.

Submit Comments

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking nominations for the Softwood Lumber Board to fill seats for six members whose terms expire Dec. 31, 2024. Nomination applications for the seats are due Feb. 12, 2024. Appointed members will serve three-year terms beginning January 1, 2025, and ending Dec. 31, 2027.

The Softwood Lumber Board is seeking nominees for:

Four domestic manufacturers:

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking nominees for the Avocado Administrative Committee to fill five grower and four handler seats, one public member seat, and their alternates for terms beginning April 1, 2024. Nominations will be accepted Dec. 10, 2023, through Jan. 9, 2024. Voting will be conducted by mail Jan. 12 to Feb. 13, 2024.

What is the USDA Process Verified Program?

On Dec. 20, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. ET the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service will host a webinar to share information regarding the Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments Final Rule.

Summary Information

• Meeting details, presentations, and voting summary

Certification, Accreditation, and Compliance (CACS)

• Oversight Improvements to Deter Fraud: Consistent Location Identification (pdf)

Crops (CS)