Regulatory

FDA, Mexican Counterparts Report Progress in Food Safety

At the second annual partnership meeting, held on August 25, the three agencies reported tangible progress in each workgroup and discussed plans for the coming year to further food safety in both countries.

August 26, 2022

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Industry News

Tyson Foods Investing $200 Million in Amarillo, Texas, Beef Plant

The expansion will modernize the facility, incorporating enhanced automation and new technologies to improve operational efficiencies, and prioritize team member safety, ergonomics, and food safety.

August 19, 2022

Regulatory

FDA Releases Draft Guidance on Use of Remote Regulatory Assessments

The guidance covers voluntary and statutorily authorized RRAs, but does not change the core requirements of inspections and pre- and post-market authorities.

July 26, 2022

Home

Food Safety, Sustainability, Convenience Lead Pet Food Efforts

With the pet food market skyrocketing and owners changing the way they care for their pets, manufacturers are innovating to meet a long list of consumer values, notes a survey-based report from CRB.

July 25, 2022

Industry News

Clemens Food Group Opens New Meat Operation in Pennsylvania

The facility utilizes best-in-class quality and food safety systems and design to provide customers nationwide with high-quality, innovative products.

June 21, 2022

Regulatory

FDA to Reconsider Safety of BPA in Food Packaging

The action is being taken in response to a petition from the Environmental Defense Fund and others, as well as a new study on the effects of BPA on children.

June 6, 2022

Regulatory

Senator Edward J. Markey Introduces Legislation to Improve Food Safety

The legislation calls for stricter regulation of Generally Recognized as Safe substances and the creation of a new FDA office to assess safety of chemicals in America’s food supply.

June 1, 2022

Industry News

FDA Efforts to Result in Millions of Additional Bottles of Infant Formula

Recent steps the FDA has taken will increase the U.S. supply, leading to more infant formula on U.S. store shelves in the coming weeks and months.

May 31, 2022

Industry News

Smucker Recalls Select Jif Products Sold in U.S. and Canada

Company issues voluntary recall of more than 45 varieties of Jif peanut butter products distributed in retail stores and other outlets due to potential Salmonella contamination.

May 23, 2022

Sustainability

From Cheese Expo: Sustainability, Supply Chain, Export Markets Key Topics Among Dairy Producers

Given current supply chain obstacles, it has been difficult getting products to consumers around the world. But the fact remains that U.S. dairy producers have great opportunities and need to drive the sustainability and food safety narrative.

May 9, 2022

Regulatory

Proper Labeling of Bioengineered Food With AIB

AIB International provides a course in dotting I’s and crossing T’s in complying with NBFDS, applicable to the entire food and beverage industry.

May 4, 2022

Industry News

FDA Issues Draft Action Levels for Lead in Juice

The agency is moving to limit lead in ready-to-drink apple juice and other single-strength juices and juice blends, supporting its Closer to Zero action plan that sets forth the FDA’s science-based approach to reducing exposure to toxic elements in foods.

April 29, 2022

Food Safety

FDA Regs on Perishable Goods, Nut Butters Expected This Year

Automation, increased diligence, and additional costs and staffing may be required for food processors of certain perishable goods and nut butters later this year under the Food Safety Modernization Act.

April 22, 2022