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China’s food industry posts steady growth in production, sales in Q1
Substandard pork vendors prosecuted

FDA Limits the Use of Certain Phthalates in Food Packaging and Issues Request for Information About Current Food Contact Uses and Safety Data 2
FDA Updates Protocol for the Development and Registration of Treatments for Preharvest Agricultural Water
FDA to Provide Flexibility to Manufacturers to Increase Infant Formula Supplies
FDA Issues Final Guidance for Seeds Used for Sprouting
FDA Issues Draft Guidance to Industry on Action Levels for Lead in Juice

Jif peanut butter recalled in Canada because of Salmonella outbreak in U.S.
Skittles, Starbursts and Life Savers gummies recalled after consumers report thin metal strands in product
Salmonella finding closes factory and prompts large-scale recall
FSA voices concerns over effectiveness of Kinder recall; says candy may still be on sale
USDA posts public alert about plastic in some organic ground beef sold by Whole Foods stores

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Food Safety Marketing News April 2022

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Ferrero Rocher: Salmonella infection has no link to Chinese mainland
Oversight toughened on lockdown food supplies
Researchers develop new fast, accurate testing tech

FDA Releases Draft Guidance on Enforcement Discretion for Certain NAC Products
FDA Releases Final Rule for Added Fluoride Levels in Bottled Water
FDA and USDA Scientists Research Seasonal Effects Linked to E.coli Outbreaks in Bagged Romaine
FDA Issues Draft Guidance on Evaluating the Public Health Importance of Food Allergens Other Than the Major Food Allergens
FDA Issues Final Guidance for Industry on Reconditioning Fish and Fishery Products by Segregation
EU sees increase in non-compliant pesticide in food samples
British agencies propose changes to import checks

Nationwide ground beef recall after FSIS testing finds E. coli contamination
New England Beach Pizzas recalled over metal pieces
Salmonella test spurs recall of Marketside organic zucchini sold at Walmart stores
Dozens of Kinder products now under recall in Canada including Disney licensed chocolate
Verstegen brand “Mix Voor Nasi & Bami Goreng” recalled because of Salmonella

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Food Safety Marketing News March 2022

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Adviser calls for increased subsidies to aid rural areas

INTERNATIONAL NEWS

Strong start to California avocado season
Prolifica dry texturized pea proteins shake up plant-based arena with customization
What happens when there is a recall?
Oranges contaminated with pesticide seized in Barcelona
Stellar Bay Shellfish recalls more oysters over norovirus contamination

ENTERPRISE NEWS

Danone offers zero-sugar sparkling H2O
More than 3 million Airborne Gummies recalled after consumer complaints
Nestlé recalls pizzas as officials suggest link to E coli cases
Walmart, Kroger pancake/waffle mixes recalled for cable pieces

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Food Safety Marketing News February 2022

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China issues 5-year plan to modernize market regulation
Parents warned about imported infant formula

FDA investigates Abbott infant formula after reports of illness and one death
Study shows aged black garlic demonstrates new potential to balance blood pressure favorably
Ethylene oxide meeting highlights concerns as recalls continue

Giant Eagle recalls frozen bags of diced green peppers after testing finds Listeria
Recalled dried plums sold in California, Nevada and Utah
Royal Ice Cream expands recall related to possible Listeria contamination
Chicken Nuggets recalled in Canada after testing finds Salmonell
Soda recalled after consumer complains of glass in product

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Food Safety Marketing News January 2022

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Stronger penalties for sellers of unsafe food
GM corn, soybean earn safety approval after pilot program

FDA Releases New Egg Regulatory Program Standards for Improving Egg and Egg Product Safety
FDA will continue scaled back inspections for foreign food through March
Foodborne illness and food imports among top concerns for Australians
FDA Report Highlights Salmonella Outbreak in Packaged Leafy Greens
Danish control finds food transport violations
Study finds climate change could worsen microbial contamination of raw milk
Study examines impact of FSMS on compliance with food safety rules

Pizza recall because of undeclared allergen and misbranding
Recall of cream puffs sold at Costco, Safeway, ShopRite, other retailers because of metal fragments expanded
Deli recalls raw pet food because of Salmonella; people also at risk
Aoun brand ‘Tahineh’ recalled after testing finds Salmonella

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Food Safety Marketing News December 2021

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Domestic cold chain system to get traceability shot

FDA Completes Review of a Notification Regarding a Health Claim Related to Peanut Allergies
FDA Takes Steps to Facilitate the Export of Food under China’s New Facility Registration Requirements – Decree 248
EU changes rate of controls for nuts from United States
EU survey on herbs and spices finds fraud, dyes, extraneous material, allergen risks
Laboratory accreditation required by FSMA finally becoming a reality
UK local authorities still face uncertainty as COVID pandemic continues
Salmonella behind a quarter of EU outbreaks in 2020 with 20,000 sickened overall
E. coli outbreak involving thousands in Japan traced to red seaweed
Danish pork main source of Salmonella infections
UK finds rise in non-compliant products from the U.S.
FDA Proposes Changes to Agricultural Water Requirements in the Produce Safety Rule

Dole recalls salads because of new deadly outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes infections
Fresh Express salad recall expanded to Canada; outbreak investigation continues in U.S.
Officials say outbreak is caused by frozen corn, not fresh avocados
Kraft Heinz to acquire majority stake in Just Spices
Testing points to cadmium as a problem for spinach

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Food Safety Marketing News November 2021

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Tracing system to ensure food safety

FDA Releases Food Safety and Nutrition Survey Results
Biofilms bring safety challenges to food companies
Survey shows consumers’ thoughts on food safety and nutrition
China evaluates food safety law
Review details traceability issues in supply chains
EU Commission assesses food safety in potential member states
Singapore plans changes to food safety licensing system
Study suggests missed chances on Listeria prevention in sandwiches
Salmonella top cause of foodborne outbreaks in Australia
UK Salmonella pork scratching outbreak sickens 500
European Commission authorizes migratory locust for human consumption

USDA issues public alert over salame sticks connected to Salmonella outbreak
Warning after counterfeit Nestlé coffee found in Germany
FDA reports Walmart, other stores received onions linked to outbreak
Heinz Kraft expands recall; Tang, Arizona Tea now on list because of glass, metal
E. coli outbreak traced to organic spinach; product was distributed nationwide
Dole recalls bagged salads from 10 states because of positive listeria test

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Food Safety Marketing News October 2021

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Plan to ensure food security launched

FDA announces plan to tamp down sodium consumption in U.S. diets
UK moves to allow gene-edited crops
U.S and EU ease Fukushima import rules
EU countries hit out at ethylene oxide recall measures
U.S. and Canada part of Salmonella outbreak linked to tahini and halva
FDA pesticide report shows majority of food samples tested below tolerances
New Zealand tightens rules to tackle Salmonella in chickens and eggs
Could cold plasma be the future of food safety? The evidence is mounting
Philippines halts UK beef imports because of BSE risk
Argentina hit by Trichinella outbreaks linked to pork
Salmonella outbreak linked to tahini and halva from Syria expands in Europe
Onions from Mexico identified as source of outbreak; more than 650 patients confirmed
Rodent infestation, bird droppings, bugs lead to spice seizure at Miami company

Half a million pounds of canned beef recalled because of high levels of lead
Nestle recalls DiGiorno pizza nationwide following consumer complaint
Baby cereal sold at Walmart recalled because of excessive arsenic levels
Misbranding leads to recall of over 200,000 pounds of salad products

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Food Safety Marketing News September 2021

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China unveils 5-year plan for agricultural green development
China unveils 5-year plan to control plastic pollution
Best-selling whole wheat bread removed from Tmall after mislabeled calorie, carb counts
Beijing restaurant under investigation over food safety

Europe sets new ergot alkaloids limits
FDA announces new ‘Office of Digital Transformation’
Chemicals in food continue to be a top food safety concern among consumers
Food fraud discussions continue to rise in Europe
Study shows Cronobacter in dried fruit, nuts and seeds
Report looks at how non-EU nations handle novel foods, GMOs
FDA collecting, testing samples of cantaloupe for Salmonella, Listeria
Salmonella reports in UK animals increase in 2020
Investigations into Salmonella outbreaks advancing but no cause found yet
EU evaluates food irradiation rules as usage declines
EPA ends use of pesticide chlorpyrifos on food because of human safety concerns

European Butcher brand bacon ‘chuncks’ recalled because of Listeria concerns
Hundreds of tons of Italian meat recalled because of Salmonella outbreak
CFIA testing leads to Enoki mushroom recall because of Listeria concerns
Dressing sold at Aldi stores in 30 states recalled for risk of botulism poisoning

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Food Safety Marketing News August 2021

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Seed Law draft revision looks to boost protections for new plant varieties
National campaign targets sales of fake food, drugs

EU lowers lead and cadmium limits for food products
COVID-19 not a food safety hazard – FAO
FDA Issues Letter to Industry on Fluorinated Polyethylene Food Contact Containers
WHO calls for mycotoxin data in some peanuts, cereals and spices
WHO wants data on heavy metals in food
EU report shows progress on fruit and vegetable checks
Second egg assurance system backed in UK
FDA Announces FY2022 User Fee Rates for the Voluntary Qualified Importer Program and the Accredited Third-Party Certification
Program
New guidelines designed to knock down Campylobacter and Salmonella levels
FDA Compliance Date for the Final Rule on Gluten-Free Labeling of Fermented and Hydrolyzed Foods Approaching

Tiger Brands recall reaches Australia and New Zealand
Company recalls more shrimp as patient count increases in Salmonella outbreak
Walmart, Aldi among retailers that received recalled raw, frozen chicken products linked to outbreak
Home business linked to outbreak in Singapore
Dozens of broccoli products recalled because of Listeria risk

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Food Safety Marketing News July 2021

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China’s revised regulation to ensure high-quality hog slaughtering

FDA Issues Industry Guidance on Oversight of Food Products Covered by Systems Recognition Arrangements
Ethylene oxide scandal spreads to food additive
Additions to National List of Organics take effect on July 26
EU again extends flexibility for official controls due to COVID-19
FDA Releases Cyclospora Prevention, Response and Research Action Plan
Canada’s 5-year implementation plan for nutrition labeling for listing colors and ingredients
Large Yersinia outbreak linked to pasteurized milk
EU countries investigate Salmonella illnesses linked to imported tahini, halva
CDC says Salmonella outbreak traced to shrimp has ended
Hundreds, mainly children, sick in large Salmonella outbreak

Dole recalls blueberries in Canada because of positive test for parasite
Tyson Foods Inc. recalls chicken products with different establishment numbers
Muffins recalled from Walmart, 7-Eleven, other retailers because of Listeria test

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Food Safety Marketing News June 2021

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FDA to resume Produce Safety Rule inspections in 2021
State monitoring confirms low or no pesticide residues in most fruits and vegetables
FDA releases results of FY20-FY21 romaine lettuce sampling assignment
FDA Amends Standard of Identity for Yogurt
Cadmium in chocolate limits put forward in Codex meeting
Three sentenced in Belgium as part of fipronil egg scandal
FDA Releases Investigation Findings Following Summer 2020 Outbreak Linked to Peaches
UK patient count in Salmonella melon outbreak doubles
Norway links Salmonella outbreak to raw milk cheese
Finland sees record Listeria high in 2020
FSA reveals some imports missed required checks

Lawsuits piling up against baby food firms over potential damage to infant brain development
Al-Rabih brand Tahini recalled over Salmonella concerns
Beach-Nut recalls infant rice cereal, terminates production of single grain rice cereal and earns praise from CR
Costco supplier recalls frozen treats because of metal fragments
Almost 34 tons of beef jerky recalled because of misbranding, undeclared sesame

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Food Safety Marketing News May 2021

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New law puts sesame on fast track for allergen labeling requirements
EU gets stricter on black pepper from Brazil and peanuts from India
Austria checks raw milk, meat and honey compliance
FDA says irrigation water most likely cause of onion Salmonella outbreak
Delays to checks on EU meat and seafood criticized
PEFSA scientist highlights key issues at IAFP Europe
Poland promises action to reassure UK on poultry meat safety
Salmonella sickens up to 50 in Denmark and Sweden; food source suspected
Food Standards Scotland vows to tackle foodborne illness
FDA Releases report on foodborne illness risk factors in delis
Germany records Salmonella infections linked to poultry meat
Salmonella sickens up to 200 across EU and UK

New testing program seeks to shed light on leafy greens outbreaks
Bean supplier for Costco expands recall over compromised seals on beans
Company recalls 1.6 million cases of beans from 22 states for processing mistake
Tesco fined £7.5 million for out-of-date food sales

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Food Safety Marketing News April 2021

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EFSA presents data on pesticide residues in food
FDA announces ‘Closer to Zero’ plan to reduce toxic elements eaten by babies and young children
Norwegian Salmonella outbreak traced to dried fruit from multiple countries
EU data shows foodborne bacterial resistance to antimicrobials remains high
Remote audits in the spotlight at GFSI
Pet foods in this huge Salmonella recall may also cause human illness from handling
EU rules on risk assessment come into force; reviews continue
EU food irradiation report shows continued decline
FAO: Organic label is not a guarantee of food safety
U.S. House passes FASTER Act for sesame labeling

EU gets stricter on black pepper from Brazil and peanuts from India
FDA’s warning shot for leafy greens
Sweden reports histamine outbreak from imported fish
Deaths reported as Danish Salmonella outbreak grows
Earth Notions recalls raw bitter apricot kernels that may cause cyanide poisoning

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Food Safety Marketing News March 2021

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EU extends changes to control rules again because of COVID-19
New study predicts food irradiation market growth over coming years
X-rays for food safety: Two common misconceptions about X-ray inspections
Norway analyzes COVID-19 impact on other infections
FDA reminds baby food industry to follow the regulations for lead, other toxins
Singapore plans bill to manage food safety risks; posts updates on outbreaks
Foodborne outbreak illnesses, deaths increase in Europe

Salads and wraps recalled over Listeria contamination
Re-inspection issue forces recall of 150 tons of corned beef from Australia
Food recalls in Finland continue to rise
Coriander suspected as source of 2018 Shigella outbreak
Norovirus in Sweden linked to shrimp from Estonia
Denmark investigates botulism outbreak
Apricot kernels with excessive levels of toxin recalled; cyanide risk cited

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Food Safety Marketing News February 2021

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FDA responds to questions about report on lead, other toxins in baby food
Scotland joins rest of UK in setting tighter labeling rules
FDA’s data for 2020 shows top five violation categories at food facilities
Food facility registrations with FDA are down worldwide for 2021
Plans put forward on UK food safety framework post-Brexit
German govt approves legislation to ban glyphosate starting 2024
FDA tests show cattle lot implicated in leafy greens E. coli outbreak
Authorities say new Salmonella outbreak likely because of eggs
Australian breakthrough is the new alternative to milk pasteurization
FSA allows co-location of pet and human food production

Nearly 500 sick as FSA renews breaded chicken warning
Ineligible French company sent pork pâté to U.S.; nationwide recall now underway
Discovery of spoilage problems prompts company to recall tartar sauce

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Food Safety Marketing News January 2021

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China focuses on geographical indication protection
Shanghai unveils plan for agricultural development

FDA extends deadline for comments on traceability rule; announces changes
FSA issues warning about safety of meat sold on Facebook
Food poisoning top concern for people in Japan
Norway decides not to change raw milk rules; salmon producers face review
Germany and Denmark record low pesticide residue findings on food
USDA increasing certification requirements for organic imports from India
Feds post another foodborne illness outbreak of unknown origin
FSAI flags food safety research priorities
New Zealand Food Safety advances plan to reduce campylobacteriosis
Organic equivalency agreement puts U.S., UK producers on even ground
EU project targets safe food for infants
Swiss Listeria outbreak shows risk of cheese recontamination
EU amends maximun residue limits for pesticides in certain products

Pork trade threatened for sixth year by African Swine Fever (ASF)
Nestle recalls more than 381 tons of hot pockets for containing extraneous materials
Lake Champlain recalls well more than 100 chocolate products after consumer complaint of plastic pieces
Certain Dungeness crabs recalled because of poisoning risk

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Food Safety Marketing News December 2020

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E-commerce businesses to be liable if slack on food suppliers’ credentials
China urges cutting use of disposable plastics

FDA Warns Whole Foods Market After Repeated Food Recalls for Undeclared Allergens
FDA Issues Final Guidance Regarding Use of an Alternate Name for Potassium Chloride in Food Labeling
FDA Issues Draft Guidance for Industry on Voluntary Disclosure of Sesame When Added as Flavoring or Spice
Guidelines issued for Listeria in frozen vegetables after outbreak 4
IAFP extends abstract deadline because of COVID-19 impact on lab operations
USDA names new FSIS Food Safety Fellows; special focus on Salmonella
FSA changes blanket guidance on meat shelf life
Researchers use compressed carbon dioxide to decontaminate almonds and other nuts
Researchers look at Listeria risks in food distribution centers
Low levels of antimicrobial resistant bacteria E. coli in beef and pork sold in UK
Almost 40 people now sick in mysterious E. coli outbreak; investigation ongoing
CSPI/CR request to prohibit nitrate statements put on track for approval

FDA slams Whole Foods for repeatedly failing to include allergens on labels
Nestle recalls some Lean Cuisine dinners because of several consumer complaints about plastic
German surveillance finds E. coli, Listeria, Campylobacter in raw milk
New York becomes third state to ban PFAS chemicals in food packaging

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Food Safety Marketing News November 2020

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Cold-chain food focus of virus prevention
Food safety prioritized to end pandemic
22 foreign food importers lose spots on registry after virus contamination
Beijing launches new platform to trace imported cold-chain products

FDA Issues Draft Guidance for Industry on Voluntary Disclosure of Sesame When Added as Flavoring or Spice
EPA gives dicamba five more years with additional restrictions
EU toughens rules for sesame seeds from India
FAO to develop new food safety strategy
UK public want imports to meet domestic standards
Clarity urged for post Brexit food safety policies
FDA policy change on retail lists takes final step
FDA joins with groups in another study about the contamination of leafy greens
Food law under review in Australia, New Zealand is first in decades

USDA survey finds fast-growing organic food sales at nearly $10 billion
Beyond Meat introduces ‘Beyond Pork’ for Chinese market
UK public ready to pay to avoid hormones in beef and chlorinated chicken
Salmonella test spurs recall of shell eggs in Canada

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Food Safety Marketing News September 2020

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Authorities release new standards for food safety seals
Vice-premier stresses roles of leading agricultural enterprises in modernization
Imports from 56 cold-chain food makers halted due to virus risk

FDA Announces FSMA Food Traceability Proposed Rule, A Major Milestone in the New Era of Smarter Food Safety
FDA’s FY 2018 Pesticide Analysis Demonstrates Consistent Trends
Germany part of resurgent hepatitis A outbreak
USDA food safety agencies announces plan to reduce Salmonella
China refuses imports from Fort Smith and Springfield poultry plants in U.S.
NSW agency releases annual food testing figures
Judge leaves USDA to decide on ‘Product of USA,’ but FTC might lend a hand on the labels
USDA puts inspectors on egg “patrol” and gives egg producers more flexibility
Survey identifies main food safety concerns for consumers
FDA flexes FSMA permanent injunction muscles for the first time

U.S. company shipped peaches around the globe; Salmonella outbreak ongoing
Salmonella concerns prompt recall of organic microgreens
Possible Listeria contamination prompts recall of squash noodle medley
Salmonella finding prompts recall of dried, imported, edible fungus
Beyond Meat to open production facility in China

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Food Safety Marketing News October 2020

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China publishes quality standards for geo-authentic TCM herbs
Health commission issues warning after fermented flour kills 9

FDA Establishes U.S. Agent Voluntary Identification System for Food Facilities
Food standards amendment backed in UK Ag Bill
Codex covers food hygiene and allergens in first ever virtual meeting
RASFF notifications broke 4,000 barrier in 2019
FSA questioned about post Brexit food safety rules
FDA Seeks Input on Nutrition Labeling for Certain Sugars and Issues Final Guidance on Allulose
Study finds E. coli, Listeria and Vibrio in seafood
Chemicals in food are a main safety concern for majority of Americans

UK hit hardest by outbreak linked to Brazil nuts; no cases in U.S. yet
Listeria found in a quarter of frozen veg in England
Fresh produce industry never likes testing such as that now imposed by Canada
Multi-country recalls due to ethylene oxide in sesame seeds

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Food Safety Marketing News August 2020

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Safety of seafood imports stepped up
China mulls draft revision to animal epidemic prevention law
NPC to step up effort to curb grain waste

FDA Amends Its Export Listing Procedures for Dairy and Infant Formula Firms Exporting to China
FDA Issues Final Guidance for Industry on Action Level for Inorganic Arsenic in Infant Rice Cereals
FDA Issues Final Rule on Gluten-Free Labeling of Fermented and Hydrolyzed Foods
FDA Announces FY2021 Fee Rates for Voluntary Qualified Importer Program and Third-Party ertification Program
EU plans to include food safety culture in regulation
Three histamine outbreaks in three months for Sweden
WHO calls for experts to help update food safety strategy
USDA world food security report measures the damage caused by COVID-19 pandemic
Coronavirus meat shortages were avoided as production slips but didn’t fall all that much
Fruit and veg most non-compliant category in import checks
New York likely to become third state to ban PHAS in food packaging
Voluntary phase-out by industry of certain PFAS used in food packaging

Hundreds more sick in outbreak traced to Thomson International onions
Tiger Brands to sell processed meat division traced to deadly outbreak
NZ company fined for adding sulfites to ground beef
Wawona recalls peaches linked to multi-state Salmonella outbreak

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Food Safety Marketing News July 2020

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China halts shrimp imports from 3 Ecuadorian firms over coronavirus contamination
Food markets to get greater scrutiny
Eight GM plant species pass safety tests for import
Large-scale food safety inspections secure safe environment for gaokao

Inspections of Small Businesses under the FSMA Intentional Adulteration Rule to Begin March 2021
Grade “A” Milk Search (GAMS) System
Irish survey finds good compliance for dried herbs and spices
FDA food safety inspections will resume next week after the pandemic pause
USDA won’t require meat and poultry testing for COVID-19
Imported fruit and veg main problem in Singaporean sampling
Survey finds food safety primary concern for consumers
U.S. raises four issues at WTO SPS meeting
FAO and WHO publish draft on microbiological risk assessment

African Swine Fever kept out of U.S. but pork remains threatened around the world
Salmonella outbreak linked to British eggs
Bottled water’s arsenic king remains legal but still loaded with heavy metal
Tick-borne encephalitis outbreak linked to raw milk cheese in France

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Food Safety Marketing News June 2020

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Coronavirus may cause drop in pork production
China forestry authority strengthens wildlife consumption ban
China strengthens tracking of hog transport to control animal disease

FDA extends application period for importer program because of pandemic
New maximum levels for perchlorate will apply from July 1, 2020
Poland’s Salmonella poultry problem continues
Norway, China food safety project call opens soon
FDA’s food additive regulations fail to address toxic chemicals in food
U.S. FDA ‘aware’ of China testing food for coronavirus
Overview identifies difficulties in preventing food fraud

Dutch firms found liable in fipronil scandal
Warning letter sent to Iacofano’s Group LLC over sanitation risks
Upfield invests €50m in future of plant-based foods
Asda and Tesco’s chicken Campylobacter results above FSA target
Primula recalls cheese due to Clostridium botulinum

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Food Safety Marketing News May 2020

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China launches crackdown on food, medicine, environment crimes
Task force to combat fake milk powder
2 officials removed over fake infant formula

FDA Extends Application Period for Voluntary Qualified Importer Program to July 31
EU plans cut to antimicrobial and pesticide use in Farm to Fork strategy
EU countries take up interim rules on official controls during pandemic
Updated — Executive Order to meat Industry: No more closures
Large E. coli increase recorded for Europe in 2018
From meat to fruits and vegetables, the fight to prevent food shortages moves on
Finland assesses heavy metals risk from foods

BVL calls on industry to step up controls on spices
EFSA: Ochratoxin A in food likely poses health risk; licorice cited
Dutch firms found liable in fipronil scandal
Researchers find arsenic in rice risk for UK infants
Salmonella prompts recall of more than half a million eggs

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Food Safety Marketing News April 2020

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Swine fever cases drop in China
Premier signs decree on agricultural plants

EFSA reveals data on pesticide residues in food in Europe
FDA To Temporarily Conduct Remote Importer Inspections Under FSVP Due to COVID-19
EU audits U.S. controls to ensure safety of food of non-animal origin
France allows changes to raw milk regulations because of coronavirus
No food safety deficiencies found in Denmark’s pork exports to the United States
WHO and EU Commission publish coronavirus food safety advice
Italy reveals results of food and drink controls
EFSA assesses health risks of aflatoxins in food

Vibrio increase concerns lead to risk assessment
U.S. lacks sufficient aflatoxin checks on peanuts destined for Europe
Belgian experts assess risk of Listeria growth in cheese
FDA reopens comment period on milk rule for some cheeses

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Food Safety Marketing News March 2020

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African swine fever reports see huge drop in Q1

New equivalency audit for UK meat was completed under EU regulations
Coronavirus stops FDA from conducting foreign food safety inspections
UK MPs propose food standards amendment to Ag Bill
FDA reveals 2020 plan to increase food safety of leafy greens
Survey shows slight rise in concern about food safety in UK
FDA officials repeat message to remain calm about food safety during outbreak
New Zealand targets 20 percent decline in foodborne Campylobacter by 2025

FSA outlines controls for producers in raw milk guidance
Experts say coronavirus likely not spread by foodborne routes
Foreign supplier verification most common violation in FDA food facility inspections
U.S. market is again open to raw intact beef from Brazil

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Food Safety Marketing News December 2019

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Notice of Sino Silliker Sample Testing Arrangement during 2020 CNY

China imposes tougher punishments for food safety violators
Crackdown on illicit additives improves food safety
Ministry releases pork action plan
China vows to ensure food safety in schools, kindergartens

FDA Releases Supplement to the 2017 Food Code
FDA Announces Effective Date for Final Rule Adding Soy Leghemoglobin to List of Color Additives Exempt from Certification
Plants and plant products exported to EU countries must soon carry phytosanitary certificates
EU votes against renewing chlorpyrifos approval
European rules for safer food come into force
New Zealand says food strategy will help focus resources
USDA report shows more than half of foods tested have pesticide residues
Canadians renew warning about Salmonella outbreak and raw poultry
A look back on Europe’s 2019 food safety record
Our world view of 2019’s Top 10 food safety stories

Study backs up rise of Salmonella infantis in poultry
Risk of exploding bottles prompts chilli sauce recall
Hodgson Mill recalls flour because of E. coli tests; ADM Milling named again

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Food Safety Marketing News November 2019

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China reports new African swine fever case in Yunnan
School canteens open kitchens for public supervision
Caffeine detected in popular milk tea brands

Changes to the FSIS Salmonella verification testing program for raw ground beef and beef trimmings
Imports of Food and Feed from Japan, Regarding Radioactive Contamination Checks
Health Canada’s proposal to enable the use of the food additives methyl paraben, propyl paraben and their sodium salts in various foods
FDA Continues Enforcement Discretion Policy Relevant to Certain Co-Manufacturers under FSMA
USDA conducts on-site food safety audit for Germany’s processed meat exports
More than 800 beef products now under recall for E. coli risk
FDA may add sesame to list of major food allergens requiring label disclosure
Tiger Brands mulls sale of processed meats operations

Meat and poultry egg roll recall expanded to 126,000 pounds
Walmart, Costco recall baby formulas because of potentially deadly bacteria
Nestlé recalls more than 2 dozen cookie dough products because of rubber bits
Kraft Heinz recalls Breakstone’s cottage after consumer complaints

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Food Safety Marketing News October 2019

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Chinese study unlocks clues to fight African swine fever

Manufactured Food Regulatory Program Standards 2019 Updates
FDA Publishes List of Records Required Under FSVP
Changes to the National Poultry Improvement Plan Program Standards
EFSA wants comments on health risks from aflatoxins in food
Chance of negative food standards impact from Brexit rises
South Africa boosts processed meat rules to avoid Listeria repeat
Incoming EU health chief sets out priorities

Listeria scare in U.S. and Canada over ready-to-eat chicken
Coalition called “The Baby Food Council” says it will take on heavy metals
More beef recalled for E. coli risk; this time it’s Whole Foods Market
Lead, arsenic contamination found in drink mixes; international recall underway
Researchers aim to improve Clostridium perfringens surveillance

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Food Safety Marketing News September 2019

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China sets up 36,877 national standards in 70 years
Swine fever may affect pork for several years

FDA Reminds Industry of Best Practices to Prevent Tampering and Intentional Adulteration of Food and Cosmetic Products
Denmark to Ban Certain Chemicals Found to Be Harmful in Food Packaging
Germany to phase out glyphosate by 2023
New law introduced in Britain to protect allergy sufferers
GAO report examines how date label confusion contributes to food waste
Norway finds tropane and pyrrolizidine alkaloids in food samples

Growers want coconuts off the FDA list of major allergens
Outbreak linked to imported papayas that distributor refused to recall is over
General Mills recalls Gold Medal Unbleached All Purpose Flour over E. coli fears
Consumers complain of undeclared wheat in chicken; Perdue Foods initiates recall

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Food Safety Marketing News August 2019

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Better labels to battle false health claims
China launches inspection on food, drug safety
China solicits public opinions on crop disease, pest control rules

FDA Provides Guidance for Industry to Convert Units of Measure for Certain Nutrients on Nutrition and Supplement Facts Labels
FDA Authorizes Soy Leghemoglobin as a Color Additive
EU sets rules for controls after third country refusal
Australia starts food safety standards review
EFSA finds chlorpyrifos does not meet criteria for renewal
EU proposal to strengthen targeted checks at borders under fire from businesses
U.S. raises 1 out of 8 food safety trade concerns at WTO meeting
Real deadline for new hog slaughter inspection rule might be Sept. 30

Spot check of almost 300 leafy greens samples shows serious contamination
FDA romaine testing downplayed facilities that chopped the heads
FDA throws new enforcement punch; U.S. importer in the corner
Consumer complaint spurs Tyson Foods to recall 19.5 tons of chicken patties

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Food Safety Marketing News July 2019

Food safety lock guidelines released
Hog industry gets help amid deadly outbreaks

FDA Releases Educational Food Safety Posters for Retail Food Employees Focusing on the Importance of Date Marking and Adequate Cooking Temperatures
FDA Issues Revised “Advice about Eating Fish for Women Who Are or Might Become Pregnant, Breastfeeding Mothers, and Young Children”
EPA permits agricultural use of the pesticide chlorpyrifos until at least 2020
FSIS rules against meat and poultry warning labels about colorectal cancer risk
EU – Concerning the Non-Renewal of Approval of the Active Substance Desmedipham
Use of dimethoate to be banned in EU
New law toughens food allergen labeling
Majority of food within limits for pesticide residues

Infant formula pulled from Walmart stores nationwide because of metal
CDC, FDA say only Cavi brand papayas linked to outbreak; more people sick
Walmart, Wonder, 7-Eleven, other brands of buns recalled for plastic bits
Salmonella outbreak in France linked to meat product
Lab tests prompt Keurig Dr Pepper to recall water because of arsenic level
Japanese seafood processor gets warning letter for operating without HACCP plan

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Food Safety Marketing News June 2019

CONTENTS

Higher standards set for local baby formula
China launches campaign to promote food safety
Vice premier calls for utmost efforts to ensure food safety

China, France, India and USA are more alike than different when it comes to food safety
BVL informs about illness risk from raw milk
Rise in UK chickens positive for top levels of Campylobacter
Researchers develop screening method to find mycotoxins in raw wheat
New Executive Order to fast track agricultural technology applications
Histamine outbreaks could increase in Europe
Listeria deaths in France linked to raw milk cheese brand

Tyson seeks waiver from FSIS to modernize Kansas beef plant
Air France warning after Listeria detected in sandwich
Chicago company recalls quiche because of undeclared allergens
Whole Foods Market recalls pesto after consumer reports allergic reaction

Food Safety Marketing News May 2019

CONTENTS

Shanghai new lab – Relocation & Grand Opening Ceremony!

China unveils plan to strengthen food safety
Subsidies encourage farmers to grow more soybeans
New bureau to tackle fake food, drug crimes

FDA Issues Guidance on Food Contact Substances for Use with Infant Formula and/or Human Milk
FDA Extends Application Period for Voluntary Qualified Importer Program to July 31
FDA Issues Draft Guidance Regarding Use of an Alternative Name for Potassium Chloride in Food Labeling
Trans Fatty Acids: EU Commission adopts new Regulation
FSA backs mandatory full ingredient labelling for pre-packed direct sale food
The approval of the active substance chlorothalonil has not been renewed
France Announces End of Glyphosate Use by 2021
Australia plans to review food safety standards

FDA finds Listeria, Salmonella in U.S. ice cream production plants
FDA warns against tahini linked to Salmonella outbreak; no recall yet
Tyson chicken strip recall for metal pieces expanded to nearly 6000 tons
French cheese linked to E. coli outbreak; 13 children developed kidney failure

Food Safety Marketing News April 2019

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Agriculture ministry sets compensation for pigs killed due to virus
African swine fever ‘under effective control’: agriculture minister
Number of foodborne outbreaks decreases in Hong Kong

FDA Issues Draft Guidance Regarding the Declaration of Allulose on the Nutrition Facts Label
FDA Grants Citizen Petition for Dietary Fiber
U.S., dozens of countries received cheese that was recalled for Listeria risk
FSIS Proposes to Remove Dual Labeling Requirements for Certain Amounts of Meat and Poultry Products
EFSA Releases Scientific Opinion on Six-event GM Maize
France Bans Titanium Dioxide Food Additive Beginning in 2020
CDC suspects ground beef as source of expanding O103 outbreak

French Listeria cases linked to cheese company
Unilever recalls Ben & Jerry’s products for undeclared tree nuts
FDA warns low-acid canned food processor

Food Safety Marketing News March 2019

CONTENTS

Leading local officials to be accountable for food safety
General Administration of Customs: Announcement on matters relating to the supervision and management of import and export pre-packaged food label inspection (draft for comments)
Safety of food and drugs will be further enhanced, minister says
Four Strictest Implementations of School Food Safety

European standard launched for food fraud
Korean amendment of some contents of Food Code
FDA Plans to Modernize Oversight of Imported Food
Multi‐country outbreak of Salmonella Poona infections linked to consumption of infant formula
FDA purges ‘expired’ registrations for food facilities in U.S and overseas
FDA unveils new strategy to improve detection of unsafe imported foods
USDA Guidance For Responding to Customer Complaints Issued

ENTERPRISE NEWS
Global Dairy Commodity Update
Overview of global grapefruit market
Carrefour puts milk range on blockchain
Two Japanese companies are allowed to sell liquid baby milk

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Food Safety Marketing News February 2019

CONTENTS

Labels of health products need to remind ‘no cure disease’, regulation comes into effect in 2020
Announcement of the General Administration of Market Regulation on Issuing the Detailed Rules for the Examination of Production Licenses for Food for Special Medical Purpose (No 5 of 2019) 2
What categories of FSDU are there in China

FDA Outlines Multi-Layer Approach to Making Sure that Food Imports Are Safe
FDA Strengthens Process For Issuing Recall Warnings
UK seeks public comments on proposal to toughen allergen labeling laws
EU plans specific hygiene rules for insects used in food
EFSA Statement on the risk posed to humans by a vitamin B2 produced by a genetically modified strain of bacillus subtilis used
Salmonella control in poultry flocks and its public health impact

CDC Food Safety Alert: Brucellosis exposures from raw milk
Food recalls in final quarter of 2018 reveal problems with bacteria, labeling
More babies infected with Salmonella in outbreak linked to rice milk formula
Tyson Foods to Acquire Thai and European Operations from BRF SA

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Food Safety Marketing News January 2019

Notice of Sino Silliker Sample Testing Arrangement during 2019 CNY

2019 Comparison of Food Safety Supervision & Sampling Plan
China strengthens slaughter regulations to combat African swine fever
Notice of the General Office of the National Health Commission on the Public Offering of the 2019 National Food Safety Standards Recommendation

FDA Continues Investigation into Source of E. coli O157:H7 Outbreak Linked to Romaine Lettuce Grown in CA; CDC Reports End to Associated Illnesses
EU unveils food safety audit priorities for 2019
EU tightens import rules for some fruits, vegetables, nuts
EU considers limit for Salmonella levels in reptile meat
Canada’s new Safe Food law takes effect next week

EU imports of US soybeans up by 112 percent
Japan drops ban and opens market to British beef and lamb
Ginger from China short on supply
US shutdown could delay plans to stop fake organic imports

Food Safety Marketing News December 2018

CONTENTS

National Food Safety Standards that will be executed in December, 2018
GB28050 Explained-Nutritional Composition Table Requirements
FDA Signs MOU with China to Outline Certification Process for Certain Exports

USDA Outlines First-Ever Rule for GMO Labeling, Sees Implementation in 2020
ISO Issues Revisions to Food Microbiology Standards and Guidelines
EU reassessment of the safety of fatty acid propylene glycol esters as food additives
FSIS Publishes Import Residue Sampling Inspection Types
Top 10 food safety stories of 2018
FDA Issues Uniform Compliance Date, Technical Amendments on Nutrition and Supplement Facts Labeling Rules

Unilever To Buy GlaxoSmithKline’s Horlicks Unit For $3.8 Billion
Mondelēz International Expands its Global Technical Center in Wroclaw, Poland
Mintel’s 2019 global food and drink trends at a glance
Ten global e-grocers poised to witness growth of $227 bn at 20% by ’23
Kerry study, Home food delivery on the rise, with sensory demands driving innovation

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Food Safety Marketing News November 2018

GB28050 Interpretation—7 Situations of Exemption from Nutrition Label
Analysis of Unqualified Infant Food Supplements in the National Inspection
How Is Health Food Managed in China?

From January 1, 2019, Both China and Australia Are Going to Exempt Customs Duties.
FDA Asks for Input on Sesame Allergies and Food Labeling
FDA Finalizes Guidance on Mandatory Recall Authority
EFSA Expands Simplified Food Safety Management System
Canada will formally implement the Canadian Food Safety Ordinance two months later
EFSA updates tolerable intake level for dioxins and environmental pollutants
FDA initiates investigation on E coli outbreak linked to romaine lettuce

PepsiCo Announces Acquisition of Health Warrior, Expanding Presence in On-Trend Plant-Based Space
Starbucks plans corporate shake-up and layoffs, starting with senior execs
McCain Foods Recalls All Products for Salmonella and Listeria Monocytogenes
The Quaker Oats Company Issues Voluntary Recall of a Small Quantity of Cap’n Crunch’s Peanut Butter

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Food Safety Marketing News October 2018

QS Logo may not be used in Food Production from October 1, 2018
State Council to inspect food safety at schools
Announcement on 14 new varieties of food-related products such as polyethylene (No. 11 of 2018)

FY 2016 Pesticide Analysis Demonstrates Consistent Trends Over Five Years
FDA Asks for Input on Use of the Names of Dairy Foods in Labeling Plant-Based Products
FDA Issues New Export Certificates for Certain Foods
FDA Removes 7 Synthetic Flavoring Substances from Food Additives List
European Commission publishes draft to amend regulations on trans fats
2018-10-03 Food Safety Testing Bulletin

Coca-Cola names Brian Smith chief operating officer, taps new CFO
European market for exotic bananas is growing
What Will be the Future Trend of Infant Food Supplements?
Soy Hedging Hits Commodity Giant Louis Dreyfus’ Profit

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Food Safety Marketing News September 2018

The Notice of Sino Silliker sample reception arrangement for National Holiday 2018

The 83 Food Related Standards Implemented in September
Relevant Concerns of FSMP Registration Proposal
New case of African swine fever detected

FDA Opening VQIP Application Portal October 1
Salmonella Outbreak Linked To Kosher Chicken Kills 1, CDC Says
Trans fat ban comes into force, transition period begins
New packaging law applies starting 01.01.2019
Statement from FDA on an updated approach for including added sugar information on the Nutrition Fa
Bioengineered Food Rule Moves to Next Step: White House Review

Coca-Cola is buying Costa Coffee for $5 billion
Kraft Heinz Anticipating Higher Organic Sales Growth In Second Half
Nestlé and Starbucks agree $7.15 billion global packaged goods and foodservice deal
Keeping ahead of infant nutrition regulation: Cargill’s US$17.5m investment in “world-class” vegetable

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Food Safety Marketing News August 2018

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Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs Released a Level II Epidemic Alert on African Swine Fever (ASF)
Consumer advocates concerned over salmon labeling

FDA Releases New Guidance on Food Facility Registration
Update of the tolerable upper intake level for vitamin D for infants
Federal judges finally order EPA to ban dangerous pesticide
FSSAI notifies Food Fortification Regulations; FBOs must comply by Jan 1

Tyson Foods Is Buying Fast Food Supplier Keystone Foods for $2.16 Billion
PepsiCo to buy SodaStream for $3.2 billion
Pork processor shut down over outbreak

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Food Safety Marketing News July 2018

China announces control standard for soil contamination
Premier Li: Trade war will harm both sides, world economy

Reporting data on pesticide residues in food and feed according to Regulation (EC) No 396/2005 (2017 data collection)
Statement from FDA on the public health benefits from enactment of menu labeling
Britain’s FSA talks about Brexit challenges in annual report and accounts for 2017-18
EC calls for stronger food labelling enforcement actions
Modification of the existing maximum residue levels for imazalil in various commodities

FDA, producer release few details about recalled whey powder
US: Food companies launch Sustainable Food Policy Alliance
Nestlé sets up new capsule production line
Conagra Brands to acquire Pinnacle Foods for about $8.1 billion

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Food Safety Marketing News June 2018

China establishes database for pesticide residue
Dairy products to get boost

FDA Issues Guidance, Science Review, and Citizen Petition Responses on Dietary Fiber
New Guide Helps Small Food Facilities Register with FDA
FDA Considering Revised Approach to Declaration of Added Sugars on Pure Maple Syrup and Pure Honey
Evaluation of di‐calcium malate, used as a novel food ingredient and as a source of calcium in foods for the general
population, food supplements, total diet replacement for weight control and food for special medical purposes
Focussed assessment of certain existing MRLs of concern for acetamiprid

Coca-Cola opens new LEED-certified facility in Yunnan
Pizza Hut Promises to Remove Antibiotics From Chicken Wings by 2022 10
Nestle, yaofang.com to jointly promote special dietary foods 10
Danone adds to investment in NZ infant formula with proposal to buy up to 49% of Yashili New Zealand

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Food Safety Marketing News May 2018

More farm imports “necessary”
China helps fight farm pests naturally

FDA Extends Nutrition Facts Label Compliance Dates
USDA Seeks Comments on Proposed Rule for National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard
Fipronil: results of follow-up monitoring published
IFN 03-18 – Country of Origin Labelling from 1 July 2018
Focussed assessment of certain existing MRLs of concern for acetamiprid

US recalls more than 200 million eggs over salmonella fears
Van’s Foods recalls waffles for packaging mistake
Golden International Corporation Issues Public Safety Warning

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Food Safety Marketing News April 2018

Announcement of State Administration for Market Regulation and China Drug Administration about doing a good job in
food and drug supervision during the period of institutional reform
Vice Premier Hu Chunhua Attends the Inauguration Ceremony of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs

Food safety in the United Kingdom may take a hit with Brexit
Cattlemen ask judge to impose mandatory COOL for beef, pork
EFSA：Re‐evaluation of propane‐1,2‐diol (E 1520) as a food additive
COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING REGULATION (EU) 2018/549
ACCC to focus on franchising in 2018

Nestle uses sugar reduction technology in chocolate bar
ACCC approves Saputo acquisition of Murray Goulburn

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Food Safety Marketing News March 2018

CONTENTS

China: Monthly Review of Food Standards and Regulations
China becomes a new world leader in production of high-quality caviar

FDA Takes Important New Steps to Strengthen Oversight of Food Imports
UK regulators call for nationwide review of meat-cutting plants
Which Excipients Need to Appear on Medicine Labels in the EU? Guideline Explains

CEO says firm may have sold contaminated baby milk for years
Five years of data show bacteria-related food recalls increasing
Walmart, Loblaw, Metro recall popcorn in Canada; insects found

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Food Safety Marketing News February 2018

CONTENTS

FOCUS ON CHINA

China: Monthly Review of Food Standards and Regulations
China becomes a new world leader in production of high-quality caviar

INTERNATIONAL NEWS

FDA Takes Important New Steps to Strengthen Oversight of Food Imports
UK regulators call for nationwide review of meat-cutting plants
Which Excipients Need to Appear on Medicine Labels in the EU? Guideline Explains

SAFETY ALERTS

ENTERPRISE NEWS

CEO says firm may have sold contaminated baby milk for years
Five years of data show bacteria-related food recalls increasing
Walmart, Loblaw, Metro recall popcorn in Canada; insects found

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Food Safety Marketing News January 2018

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FOCUS ON CHINA

Giving agriculture a ‘green’ light is priority
China makes big step forward in rural reforms
China launches apple futures

INTERNATIONAL NEWS

Outlining the Benefits of the Voluntary Qualified Importer Program
Statement from FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, M.D., on new policy steps for strengthening public warning and notification of recalls
Thorny details down on the farm still stalling FDA enforcement

SAFETY ALERTS

ENTERPRISE NEWS

Industrial Enzyme Demand in Food and Beverages to Grow 4.5% Annually
Nestlé Waters North America Prepares to Unleash the Previously Untapped Potential of its Regional Spring Water Brands into the Sparkling Category
China’s COFCO makes painful cuts in drive to lead global food trade

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Food Safety Marketing News December 2017

FOCUS ON CHINA

China: Premier Li Keqiang “agriculture imports from CEE will increase”
China phasing out more and more pesticides
Ministry of Agriculture issued “Letter about soliciting opinions on standard for maximum residue limit of veterinary drugs in food of animal origin”

INTERNATIONAL NEWS

Organic apple demand keeps growing
FDA Warns Consumers About Adverse Events Associated with Limbrel, a Dietary Supplement
US organic garlic supplies healthy for this time of year
Overview of Global Avocado Market

SAFETY ALERTS

ENTERPRISE NEWS

British pea industry could benefit from Brexit
Undeclared Milk Causes Several Recalls
Maker of Ruth’s Salads Warned About Listeria Monocytogenes Contamination by FDA

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Food Safety Marketing News November 2017

FOCUS ON CHINA

Shandong to implement “double certificate system” for chives from November
Announcement of China Food and Drug Administration about further strengthening supervision of quality safety of wheat flour
China Food and Drug Admiistration issued “Measures for supervision and administration of food safety of network catering service”
China: Trump visit results in trade worth 253 billion USD

INTERNATIONAL NEWS

Global food import prices set to increase by 6%, boost in tropical fruit exports likely
Japan signs $6 billion worth of investment deals with the Philippines
Dutch role in global apple trade ever smaller
US: Supply and demand of peppers up this season

SAFETY ALERTS

ENTERPRISE NEWS

Los Angeles and Denver Airline Catering Services Temporarily Suspended for Listeria
Dole Japan recall 9,000 bunches of Philippine bananas after wire found inside
Neslte Recalls Hot Pockets Donated to Food Banks for Undeclared Allergens

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Food Safety Marketing News October 2017

CONTENTS

Training Course – Preventive Controls for Human Food

China to complete product quality traceability system by 2020
China lowers forecast for corn output, consumption to rise
China: Increased spending power drives up produce exports to Russia

FDA Proposes to Extend Compliance Dates for Nutrition Facts Label Final Rules
US potato value grew by 4% in 2016
Global apple sales hit $7.2 billion in 2016

UK: Branston installs a £6 million grading system
FDA Complaint Filed Against Michel Cordon Bleu for Adulterated Seafood
Recall of RI Wang Sausage Products for Allergens Expanded

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Food Safety Marketing News September 2017

FOCUS ON CHINA

China to reinforce regulation on pesticide, veterinary medicine
China: Onion prices set to rise again at the end of next month
Deal on: USDA gives green light to China’s poultry inspections

INTERNATIONAL NEWS

FAO: global food prices dip in August as cereal output nears record high
EU to remove Latin American banana taxes in 2020
US demands South Korea drop tariffs on apple, pear and garlic
Japan lifts 11 year ban on Idaho potato imports

SAFETY ALERTS

ENTERPRISE NEWS

SPAR China appoints new Managing Director
Maersk Line adds Ningbo Port rail service in China
Lotte decides to sell Chinese supermarkets

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Food Safety Marketing News August 2017

FOCUS ON CHINA

China Food and Drug Administration notified “Regulation on the Implementation of the Food Safety Law of the People’s Republic of China (Revised Draft)”
China, U.S. reach certain consensus on agricultural cooperation during economic talks
China’s green food companies exceed 10,000

INTERNATIONAL NEWS

New System Speeds FDA Import Decisions
Changing consumer demand drives growth in Japan’s processed fruit industry
American imported food almost never meets European regulations
IQF veg industry to rise to $2 trillion by 2026
WHO asks for the most toxic pesticides to be banned

SAFETY ALERTS

ENTERPRISE NEWS

Aldi’s Key Lime Crunch Tilts Recalled for Undeclared Almonds
Dutch egg recall for insecticide contamination spans the globe
Third importer recalls Mexican papayas in Salmonella outbreak

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Focus China

China recognizes potatoes as fourth staple in Five-Year Plan
New ways to track post-harvest temperature and humidity for veg
Successful implementation of ‘Fruit Network’ in Rongcheng

International News

FDA, Federal Partners Issue New Food Safety Analytics Strategic Plan
Statement by Commissioner Andriukaitis on the Adoption of the Regulation on Official Controls
Antimicrobial resistance remains high, says EU report
Third-Party Audits and FSMA
EU and Chile sign mutual recognition agreement for organic farming

Safety Alerts

Food Safety Marketing News April 2017

Focus China

Notice of Certification and Accreditation Administration of the People’s Republic of China about simplifying the change process of related inspection and test standard
General Office of the China Food and Drug Administration issued the notice about implementing of the strict production license work of detailed rules for review of production license of supplementary food for infants and young children
National Health and Family Planning Commission of the People’s Republic of China issued 2 national food safety standards as “National food safety standard Maximum level of mycotoxin in food”

International News

Statement by Commissioner Andriukaitis on the Adoption of the Regulation on Official Controls
FDA, Federal Partners Issue New Food Safety Analytics Strategic Plan
States need $100M more for Food Safety Modernization Act
REGULATION (EU) 2017/625 OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL
Leaders call for a comprehensive sustainable EU food policy

Safety Alerts

Enterprise News

Hamburg Sud/Maersk offer concessions to gain EU merger approval
United Fresh publishes Recall Resource Guide for industry
Webster Limited expands Australian walnut production with 250ha addition
CPGPP bankruptcy could hurt vegetable growers in Canada

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Food Safety Marketing News May 2017

Contents

Focus China

China National Center for Food Safety Risk Assessment issued a notice about soliciting opinions on 5 new varieties
Notice about soliciting opinions on 815 national standards proposed to abolish as “General technical requirements of salad oil”

International New

Looking for More Information on the Foreign Supplier Verification Programs (FSVP) Rule?
FDA Withdraws Draft Guidance on the Applicability of Color Additive Regulations Authorizing the Use of Certain Fruit Juice and Vegetable Juice
France reinstates ban on US cherries
New testing methods account for some increases in illness stats

Safety Alerts

Enterprise News

Coca-Cola to source more fruits from India for beverages
China’s dairy giant Yili to bid for Danone’s Stonyfield
ADB loan to promote inclusive and sustainable livestock farming in China
Dole returns profit after Itochu changes strategy