APS REGULATORY ALERTS

Subject: APHIS Final Rule on Karnal Bunt Regulations

Date: Thursday, February 26

 

The USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Issues a Final Rule amending the Karnal bunt regulations to clarify the method for determining Karnal bunt infestation, the circumstances under which a field or area is classified as a regulated area, and other issues regarding this pathogen. Complete information can be found at http://a257.g.akamaitech.net/7/257/2422/14mar20010800/edocket.access.gpo.gov/2004/04-3807.htm.