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The Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), part of the USDA, has announced its plan to renew the information collection requirements for labeling mechanically tenderized beef products. These requirements mandate that labels must include the term "mechanically tenderized" to ensure that consumers are informed about the product. The FSIS is seeking public comments on these requirements before they expire on July 31, 2021. They have invited feedback on whether these information collection efforts are useful and whether the burden it places on respondents is reasonable.

The Department of Agriculture has submitted an information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review under the Paperwork Reduction Act. They are seeking public comments on the necessity and utility of collecting this information, including its accuracy and ways to enhance its quality while minimizing the burden on respondents. The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is involved in this process, particularly for the Research Education Extension Project Online Reporting Tool. This tool helps record data on research and education programs, aids in resource planning, and coordinates efforts to address agricultural issues. The deadline for submitting comments is March 15, 2021.