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Amendments proposed to marketing order for California raisins

Amendments allow for production research

November 10, 2017

Five amendments have been proposed to the marketing order which regulates the handling of raisins produced from California-grown grapes.

Regulatory Watch

Agricultural Marketing Service cuts potato assessment rate

Lowered rate recommended by Idaho-Eastern Oregon Potato Committee

Casey Laughman

August 11, 2017

Potato assessment rate lowered due to funding requirements.

Manufacturing News

How to avoid USDA import refusals with preparation

Recent Brazilian meat scandal shines a light on USDA policies on imported foods.

Wayne Labs

July 27, 2017

Every day around the world, in most countries, food products are refused entry—not just due to food safety issues, but also inaccurate paperwork, label issues and adulteration.

Regulatory Watch

Guidance updated for swine inspection

Guidelines define how to handle Brucellosis

Casey Laughman

June 26, 2017

The Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has provided instructions to inspection program personnel at establishments where feral swine and/or reactor pigs suspected of having Brucellosis are inspected.

Food Safety

USDA announces halt to importing of fresh Brazilian beef

Policy is result of higher rejection rates

Casey Laughman

June 23, 2017

The United States Department of Agriculture has announced the suspension of imports of fresh beef from Brazil.

Regulatory Watch

FSIS gives guidance for Salmonella in poultry

Guidance gives importers choice of whether to withdraw product

May 23, 2017

Salmonella and Campylobacter are not considered adulterants in raw poultry.

Regulatory Watch

FSIS updates rules for imported beef

USDA issues updated rules for Salmonella analysis of imported beef

April 19, 2017

Beef that tests positive for STEC will still be refused for entry.

Ready Pac Foods Inc. recalls chicken salads because of possible Listeria contamination

Company recalls about 60,000 lbs. of Puro Picante Blazin’ Hot salad items.

Crystal Lindell

February 28, 2017

There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products.

Regulatory Watch

USDA announces revision of Nutrition Facts label for meat and poultry

The amendment will bring nutrition labels in line with the recent changes finalized by the FDA.

February 28, 2017

The FDA-approved changes to nutrition labels are based on the most recent dietary recommendations.

Best If Used By

USDA revises date labeling guidance to reduce food waste

Government updates 'best if used' by guidelines.

January 29, 2017

The USDA is encouraging food manufacturers and retailers to use a “Best if used by” date label.

Campbell’s Terminates Exec Over Alleged Disparaging Comments

Alternative Protein in 2025: Key Trends and Technologies

circular packaging material for frozen and chilled food packaging

Sustainable Barrier Coatings Replace PFAS, PE and other Plasticized Materials in Packaging

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