Input Sought on Wood Packaging/Firewood Regs

APHIS is seeking input on the issue of whether the federal government should regulate crates, pallets, cable drums and spools, and other forms of wood packaging that moves in the interstate and domestic market, as well as firewood that moves across state lines. The purpose of this regulation would be to prevent spread of introduced insects and other pests from areas where they have become established to other vulnerable areas.

To read the full documentation and submit comments, visit the Federal Register. The "Submit Comments" button is on the top right side of the page. Comments are due by October 26, 2009.