Pre-Solicitation Announcement for Section 32 Purchase of Fresh Oranges and Grape Fruit
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced plans to purchase Fresh Oranges and Grapefruit for distribution to various food nutrition assistance programs. Purchases will be made under the authority of Section 32 of the Act of August 24, 1935, with the purpose to encourage the continued domestic consumption of these products by diverting them from the normal channels of trade and commerce.
USDA Seeks Nominees for National Fluid Milk Processor Promotion Board
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking nominations from fluid milk processors and other interested parties for candidates to serve on the National Fluid Milk Processor Promotion Board. The deadline for nominations is Jan. 14, 2022.
From the nominees, the Secretary of Agriculture will appoint six individuals to succeed members whose terms expire on June 30, 2022. Newly appointed members will serve three-year terms from July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2025.