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WASHINGTON, April 9, 2022 - Yesterday, after experiencing mild symptoms, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack tested positive for COVID.
On March 22, the USDA and the Texas Department of Agriculture established a new Mexican fruit fly (Mexfly) quarantine in Zapata, Zapata County, Texas.
The USDA announced it intends to renew the charter of the Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee (FVIAC).
The Government of Pakistan has asked USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) to authorize the importation of Fresh Dates (Phoenix dactyliferas) for consumption into the U.S.
The Government of Panama has asked USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service to authorize the importation of Mangosteen fruit for consumption into the U.S. and Territories. 
The Government of New Zealand has asked USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service to authorize the importation of fresh pepper for consumption into the U.S. and territories.
The USDA has announced the establishment of the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) audit service for produce distribution centers.
Ethiopia has asked USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) to authorize the importation of Fresh Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) for consumption into the United States and Territories.
Indonesia has asked USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) to authorize the importation of Fresh Wasabi (Wasabia japonica (Miq.) Matsum.) for consumption into the United States and Territories.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture today announced the appointment of 33 individuals to serve on the National Potato Promotion Board.