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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the establishment of the Pecan Promotion, Research and Information Order to strengthen the position of pecans in the marketplace, maintain and expand markets for pecans, and develop new uses for pecans. A final rule was published in the Federal Register on Jan. 13, 2021, with an effective date of Feb. 12, 2021. Assessment collection will begin Oct. 1, 2021.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the appointment of nine members and nine alternates to serve on the American Egg Board. The appointees will serve two-year terms beginning March 2021 and ending March 2023.

Newly appointed members and alternates are:

East States

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) today announced the 2021 fee schedule for official inspection and weighing services performed under the United States Grain Standards Act (USGSA), as amended.

The Federal Grain Regulations (7 CFR 800.71(b)) and the Agriculture Reauthorizations Act of 2015 require that the Federal Grain Inspection Service (FGIS) annually review its fees for service, including national and local tonnage fees.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is seeking nominations for the National Mango Board to fill seats for six members whose terms expire Dec. 31, 2021. Nomination applications for the seats are due Feb. 26, 2021. Selected representatives will serve three-year terms.

The National Mango Board is seeking nominees for the following seats:

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has extended the USDA Harmonized Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) Assistance Program to remain available to eligible producers until all allocated funds are depleted. The program helps fruit and vegetable growers in 16 states enhance market access by paying the cost of user fees for voluntary audits.