OSHA schedules meeting of the Emergency Response and Preparedness Subcommittee Jeremy Gerrard November 24, 2015 The Emergency Response and Preparedness Subcommittee will meet on Dec. 8 in Washington, DC. Read More
US agricultural exports to China on the rise Jeremy Gerrard November 23, 2015 US agriculture and related exports to China totaled $25.9 billion in fiscal 2015, comprising approximately 16 percent of all US agricultural exports. Read More
E. coli outbreak linked to Chipotle spreads to 6 states Jeremy Gerrard November 23, 2015 According to CDC, new cases were found in Ohio, New York and California.Read More
South American foods bring flavor to US beverage industry November 23, 2015 Beverage manufactures are turning to exotic flavors, fruits and ancient foods to deliver products that are both functional and exciting. Read More
USDA issues second RFP for bird flu vaccine Jeremy Gerrard November 23, 2015 USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) continues to prepare for the potential return of highly pathogenic avian influenza. Read More
Frozen foods diet meets dietary guidelines Jeremy Gerrard November 20, 2015 A weekly menu consisting primarily of frozen foods meets the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans.Read More
FDA rejects petition for GMO labeling Jeremy Gerrard November 20, 2015 FDA determined the petition did not provide evidence GE foods differed in a meaningful way. Read More
Tyson to close plants in Wisconsin, Chicago Jeremy Gerrard November 20, 2015 The company announced Thursday it will close plants in Jefferson, WI and Chicago in a decision that will affect 880 employees. Read More
FDA approves genetically modified salmon for human consumption Jeremy Gerrard November 19, 2015 AquAdvantage Salmon is an Atlantic salmon that reaches market size more quickly than non-GE farm-raised Atlantic salmon. Read More
Blue Bell resumes production at Texas plant Jeremy Gerrard November 19, 2015 Operations are currently on a limited basis as the company seeks to confirm that new procedures, facility enhancements and employee training are effective. Read More