The agency says a 72-hour national standstill could happen if a large outbreak occurs.

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Carmen Rottenberg is stepping away to work in the private sector.

The two countries stopped trading meat in June 2017 after food safety concerns.

Changes in manufacturing, food technology and other trends prompted the agency to reopen the comment period of a proposed rule from 2005.

The budget reduction reflects proposed cuts in research, publications and staff.

USDA says the complaint is moot after it withdrew its traceability plan, but plaintiffs’ lawyers argue the court should hear the case.

A decision is expected later this year.

Requirements pertaining to fruits and vegetables would be loosened.