Sequester could cause billions of dollars in losses for meat producers USDA could be forced to furlough workers. Shane O'Halloran February 27, 2013 USDA could be forced to furlough workers.Read More
Resolved export issues help economy USDA estimates it freed up $4 billion in agricultural exports last year. Wayne Labs February 23, 2013 USDA estimates it freed up $4 billion in agricultural exports last year.Read More
AMI reminds federal government of meat and poultry inspection obligation A sequester and furlough would mean significant lost profits. Shane O'Halloran February 12, 2013 A sequester and furlough would mean significant lost profits.Read More
IDFA supports USDA’s proposed rule on school food options Rules for milk, yogurt, cheese and desserts have changed. Shane O'Halloran Kathryn Martin February 8, 2013 Rules for milk, yogurt, cheese and desserts have changed.Read More
TECH FLASH FDA increases irradiation levels in poultry, beef products The increased levels are expected to kill more pathogens. Wayne Labs January 28, 2013 The increased levels are expected to kill more pathogens.Read More
US, China agree on new Dairy Export Certificate USDA will begin issuing certificates immediately Shane O'Halloran January 25, 2013 US and Chinese officials agreed to a new US Dairy Export Certificate, resolving a longstanding issue and allowing US dairies to enter a growing export market. Read More
Food safety Safeguard your brand with process control Wayne Labs January 7, 2013 At any level, process control will not only improve food quality, but also enhance food safety.Read More
HAACP FSIS says poultry producers must reassess their HAACP plans within 90 days Move in response to Salmonella outbreaks associated with comminuted poultry products. Shane O'Halloran December 11, 2012 In addition to requiring HAACP reassessment, FSIS will expand its Salmonella Verification Sampling Program.Read More
Corn Purdue economist: US unlikely to dominate future corn exports Other nations are producing their own, buying from other countries. Shane O'Halloran December 11, 2012 Ethanol, drought and a comparative lack of new acreage are contributing to the trend.Read More