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 USDA’s FSIS revolutionizes beef safety testing with cutting-edge chemistry

U.S – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (USDA’s FSIS) is set to unveil an innovative method for quantifying chemical residues in beef muscle samples, a move poised to enhance beef safety standards. Scheduled to be implemented on October 1, 2023, this new quantitative method, titled “Quantitation of Animal Drug Residues by High-Resolution, Accurate-Mass Liquid Chromatography…

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 FDA’s bold agenda revolutionizes animal, veterinary product regulation

U.S – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has unveiled an ambitious Animal and Veterinary Innovation Agenda aimed at modernizing its approach to evaluating and supporting innovative animal and veterinary products.  This visionary agenda encompasses a wide array of advancements, from cell-cultured ingredients for animal feed to cutting-edge technologies that promise to revolutionize the world of veterinary medicine. At…

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State legislature passes bill to prohibit four hazardous chemicals in food

U.S – California is on the brink of a significant stride towards safer food with the impending passage of Assembly Bill 418, better known as the California Food Safety Act. This groundbreaking legislation, currently awaiting the signature of Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom, seeks to safeguard the health of Californians by banning four harmful food additives associated with serious health risks.…

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Stakeholders urged to align with NAFDAC’s guidelines to prevent losses in Nigeria’s export trade

NIGERIA – The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a rallying call to various trade groups involved in Nigeria’s export business, emphasizing the need for collaborative efforts to halt the alarming rate of food export rejections by European and American markets. NAFDAC has stressed that a unified approach is essential, one that involves aligning…

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California seeks to declare titanium dioxide safe for use as food additive

U.S – California has amended the California Assembly Bill 418 in a bid to remove titanium dioxide from the list of chemicals facing a potential ban as food additives. This legislative journey, which began in March 2023, has now entered a crucial phase as it heads towards a Senate vote. The bill, now known as the California Food Safety Act…

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Australia, New Zealand seek public input on GMO corn for food use

AUSTRALIA/NEW ZEALAND – In a pivotal moment for food regulation Down Under, Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is inviting public commentary on an application that could see the introduction of genetically modified corn, line DP915635, into the food supply chain. This genetically engineered corn variety boasts herbicide tolerance and built-in defenses against insect pests, potentially reshaping the food landscape…

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Pork sales thrive amid ARV contamination concerns, prompting calls for industry reform

UGANDA – Despite growing concerns over the misuse of anti-retroviral (ARV) drugs in the fattening of pigs and chickens, pork and chicken sales in Uganda remain unaffected, according to local dealers. This alarming trend has raised concerns about potential risks to consumers and the need for urgent industry reform. Deogracias Agenonga, a shareholder of Kampala-based Pork Junction, revealed that business…

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KEBS implements stringent regulations for sugar imports to address supply shortfall

KENYA – In a bid to manage the sugar supply crisis that has sent prices soaring to unprecedented levels, the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) has unveiled stringent regulations governing the importation of sugar under the country’s recent duty-free import initiative. These rules, announced on August 9, 2023, are designed to address the domestic sugar production deficit and prevent abuse…

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FSA updates food allergen labelling guidance to enhance consumer safety

UK – The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has unveiled updated food allergen and information technical guidance aimed at assisting both food businesses and consumers. The guidance introduces changes related to the use of Precautionary Allergen Labelling (PAL) by food businesses. While PAL remains voluntary, it serves to help consumers make informed choices regarding food safety. Key aspects of the guidance…

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Kenya concludes food control system assessment

KENYA – Kenya has taken significant steps towards strengthening its food control system, marking the conclusion of a six-month assessment as part of the “Strengthening of Capacities and Governance in Food and Phytosanitary Control” project. The assessment, funded by the European Union, aligns with the African Union’s Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) Policy Framework for Africa, aiming to foster trade opportunities…

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