FDA signs partnership with Ecuador to enhance safety of shrimp imports Shrimp is the most consumed seafood in the United States, the vast majority of which is imported. Industry News August 28, 2023 No Comments Ecuador is one of the leading exporters of aquacultured shrimp to the United States. Read More
USDA should exercise reason when working with companies on recall decisions Companies often find themselves at an extreme disadvantage when dealing with USDA regarding potential recall of food products. Shawn K. Stevens August 23, 2023 One Comment It is well-known within the meat processing industry, with very few exceptions, that there is no such thing as a mandatory recall. Read More
Environmental Management Seminar to focus on regulatory updates and sustainability innovations The 2023 Clean Water Award winners will also be announced with a virtual tour of the winner’s facilities. Industry News August 21, 2023 No Comments This seminar is set for Sept. 28–29 at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa in Destin, Fla.Read More
State and provincial agriculture officials gather to strengthen food security and trade across North America The U.S., Mexico and Canada issue a joint communiqué. Industry News August 18, 2023 No Comments The U.S., Mexico and Canada hold productive sessions on the importance of regulatory harmonization across North America.Read More
FSIS finalizes rule to rescind avian leukosis regulation The agency determines that current scientific evidence supports treating avian leukosis as a trimmable condition. Industry News August 14, 2023 No Comments The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service will no longer require the condemnation of poultry carcasses affected with one or more forms of the avian leukosis complex.Read More
APHIS seeks comments on proposal to strengthen Agricultural Quarantine and Inspection program APHIS will consider all comments received on or before Oct. 10, 2023. Industry News August 11, 2023 No Comments APHIS is proposing changes so that the program can be sufficiently funded to prevent service interruptions. Read More
Restaurant Law Center and four state restaurant associations reach agreement with Massachusetts Attorney General in Pork Rule litigation Agreement assists with supply chain product transition. Industry News August 8, 2023 No Comments Enforcement of rule on transshipment will pause, pending clarification.Read More
USDA issues a Packers and Stockyards complaint against Lake Odessa Livestock Auction Inc. and owner Lake Odessa and Lettinga receive an administrative complaint from the USDA for alleged violations of the Packers and Stockyards Act. Industry News August 2, 2023 No Comments Investigation shows Lake Odessa and Lettinga failed to properly maintain its custodial account.Read More
Northwest Meat Processors Association and Blue Mountain Community College hosting HACCP course Course is set for Sept. 9 and 10, 2023, at the Blue Mountain Community College in Pendleton, Ore. Industry News July 27, 2023 No Comments This course is appropriate for anyone looking to gain a working knowledge of HACCP, as well as those needing a food safety and regulatory update. Read More
The Expanded Food Safety Investigation Act – a solution searching for a problem? It is not clear the proposed legislation is necessary or responsive to any actionable issue. Shawn K. Stevens July 26, 2023 No Comments U.S. Rep. Rosa DeLauro, D-Conn., recently reintroduced the Expanded Food Safety Investigation Act. Read More