…more informed animal movement decisions in high-consequence animal disease outbreaks. Other projects include efforts to develop point-of-care diagnostic tests that can rapidly detect foreign animal diseases. APHIS is awarding $7.6…
Proposed Changes to FSMA’s Produce Safety Rule
…“If finalized, we’re confident this proposal would result in fewer outbreaks in the U.S. related to produce, protecting public health and saving lives. This proposed rule is a monumental step…
California Enters Domestic Mutual Reliance Agreement with FDA
…risk of foodborne illness outbreaks. Assistant Commissioner for the Office of Human and Animal Food Operations in the FDA’s Office of Regulatory Affairs, Michael Rogers said cooperation among authorities is…
FDA Adjusts Lettuce Sampling Protocols for the Salinas Valley
…and one strain of E. coli. FDA has previously been testing for the full range of Shiga toxin-producing E.coli. LGMA believes that the updated testing measures will help speed up…
LGMA to Implement Risk-Based Preharvest Testing Requirement
…Samples will be tested for Shiga toxin-producing E. coli and Salmonella enterica. In the event of a positive test, a series of protocols will be triggered requiring further action. “There…
New Action Plan for Cyclospora Released by FDA
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released a new strategy guideline for addressing foodborne illness. Similar to what was done to address E. coli outbreaks related to leafy…
Another Salmonella Outbreak Report Leads Back to Adjacent Land Use
…instances of E. coli outbreaks linked to leafy greens were believed to be caused by contamination from nearby livestock operations. Foodborne illnesses have typically been traced back to a contaminated…
Week in Review: Mixed Reviews to Newsom Budget, Transport Woes for Ag Exports
…and Drug Administration recently conducted a food safety investigation related to multiple outbreaks of E. coli. Timely transportation of American ag exports is imperative for producers to remain competitive in…
Over $2.3 Million Invested in Small Business Innovation Research
…better method for determining the freshness of chicken feed on farms. Other projects address phosphorus in fields and streams, E. coli detection, and water treatment for ag irrigation. The next…
Food Safety Message Heard ‘Loud and Clear’ by Leafy Greens Producers
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently conducted a food safety investigation related to multiple outbreaks of E. coli. FDA’s report details areas within leafy greens production that need…
Pre-Harvest Testing Guidance to Bolster Leafy Greens Food Safety
California Leafy Greens Marketing Association (LGMA) recently endorsed new Pre-Harvest Testing guidance to help improve food safety. Recurring E. coli outbreaks linked to leafy greens have increased industry efforts to…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 05-10-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the improvements in port conditions, E.coli outbreaks concern growers…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 04-23-21
…on E. coli outbreaks that may have understated a very complex situation and a new tool that allows for quick identification of meat and fish. Tune in to the show…
E. coli ‘Foreseeable Hazard’ Understates a Complex Situation
A recent report regarding E. coli outbreaks may have understated a very complex situation. As AgNet West reported last week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration released a summarizing report of…