USDA Updates Egg Safety Guide for Processors

2026-08580 — Removal of Standard of Identity for Canned “Tripe With Milk”

Starting June 3, 2026, canned “Tripe with Milk” won’t have a strict recipe to follow anymore. This change lets producers get creative while still making sure labels tell the truth. It’s good news for businesses who want more freedom without confusing customers or costing extra.

2026-08261 — Retail Exemptions Adjusted Dollar Limitations

Starting May 28, 2026, retail stores selling meat and poultry to hotels, restaurants, and similar places have new dollar limits to keep their federal inspection exemptions. These limits adjust based on price changes from last year, making sure stores don’t sell too much outside normal retail amounts. If they go over, they lose their exemption and must follow stricter inspection rules.

2026-06526 — Notice of Request To Renew an Approved Information Collection: New Poultry Inspection System

The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service wants to keep collecting info about how poultry is inspected, with no changes to the current process. This affects poultry plants and helps keep our chicken safe to eat. They’re asking for public comments by June 2, 2026, before renewing the approval that expires August 31, 2026.

2026-05746 — Revising Establishment Size Definitions

The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service wants to update how it defines the size of meat, poultry, and egg plants. These size rules help decide how the agency checks and supports businesses, especially small ones. If changes happen, they could affect how often inspections happen and how rules apply, so businesses should share their thoughts by May 26, 2026.

2026-05550 — Notice of Request To Renew an Approved Information Collection: Voluntary Destruction of Imported Meat, Poultry, and Egg Products

The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service wants to keep collecting info about companies that choose to destroy imported meat, poultry, and egg products instead of selling them. No changes are coming, but the current approval expires July 31, 2026, so they’re asking for comments by May 22, 2026. This keeps things clear and safe for everyone involved, with no new costs or rules.

2026-05509 — Notice of Request To Renew an Approved Information Collection: Procedures for the Notification of New Technology and Requests for Waivers

The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service wants to keep collecting info on how companies tell them about new tech or ask for special permission (waivers). Nothing’s changing, but they need to renew this approval before it expires on July 31, 2026. If you’re involved in food safety tech or waivers, now’s the time to share your thoughts by May 19, 2026!

Previous: 2026-08701 — Shipping Safety Fairways Along the Atlantic Coast; Draft Programmatic Environmental Impact Statement and Overseas Environmental Impact Statement

The Coast Guard wants to create safer shipping lanes along the Atlantic Coast, from the U.S.-Canada border down to Miami, including a new anchorage near Delaware Bay. This plan affects ships, coastal communities, and the environment, aiming to reduce accidents and protect ocean life. You’ve got until June 22, 2026, to share your thoughts before the final plan is set, which could impact shipping routes and costs.

Next: 2026-08703 — Western Pacific Fishery Management Council; Public Meetings

The Western Pacific Fishery Management Council is holding a series of public meetings from May 11-15, 2026, to talk about how to manage fishing in the Western Pacific region better. These meetings affect fishermen, local communities, and anyone interested in ocean health, aiming to improve fishery rules and data collection. You can join online or in person, and these discussions could lead to changes that impact fishing practices and local economies.