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FDA steps up outreach on proposed FSMA rule on produce safety
The agency will reach out to small and medium-sized growers for questions about the rule.
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Cyclosporiasis outbreak sickens at least 100
The parasitic illness has shown up in Nebraska and Iowa so far.
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BPA-free plastics on trial in Texas
Plastic resins marketed by Eastman Chemical may contain chemicals that act like estrogen hormone.
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Rockwell Automation calls for nominations for first-ever manufacturing safety award
The award will be presented at the America's Safest Companies Conference in Atlanta, GA.
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Study reveals parents' purchase drivers when buying for kids
Overall, parents were not happy with the healthfullness of options in food and beverage categories popular with kids.
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Smithfield announces expiration of anti-trust waiting period
The proposed buyout by Shuanghui International Holdings Limited has already received regulatory approval in Mexico and Poland.
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Canned foods stocked in 98 percent of American households
A new survey reveals the shelf-stable standby has endured.
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Pork virus reported in 15 states
Porcine Endemic Diarrhea was thought to have been contained to Europe and Asia.
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House Republicans drop food stamps from farm bill
A version including food stamps and crop insurance failed last month.
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Senate Agriculture Committee holds hearing on Smithfield deal
Lawmakers questioned a company official about food safety, intellectual property and other issues.
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