…Medical Center demonstrates that safety measures such as masking and physical barriers helped significantly reduce infections. The study of meat facilities showed that 62 percent were able to reduce the…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 03-29-21
…where the new monies will go, the GTIN number already being sufficient for the Food Safety Rule, and details on the new supplemental paid sick leave bill that goes into…
Ag Groups Concerned About Mexico’s Trade Actions
…to phase out the use of glyphosate along with genetically modified corn. The letter also details concerns regarding a new organic export certification requirement implemented by Mexico’s Health, Food Safety,…
Bond Legislation Introduced to Improve California Food System
…for Food Safety. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For…
USDA Rounding Out Fundamental Staff Appointments
…as Project Director for Food Safety at The Pew Charitable Trusts. Eskin has extensive experience with consumer protection issues such as food safety, as well as food and drug labeling….
Recognizing the Importance of Farmers on National Ag Day
…proclamation. “America’s agriculture sector safeguards our Nation’s lands through sustainable management; ensures the health and safety of animals, plants, and people; provides a safe and abundant food supply; and facilitates…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 03-22-21
…Modernization Act, information integrity questioned in the new food safety rule and legislation introduced to eliminate line speed waivers in meatpacking plants. Tune in to the show for these news…
Safe Line Speeds During COVID-19 Act Reintroduced
…is imperative that we ensure worker safety on slaughter lines,” said Thompson. “Safety cannot be exchanged for high production. During this unprecedented time of COVID-19, we should take the necessary…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 03-16-21
…point for the new food safety rule, weighing the cost of farming versus food insecurity, and a drone company is using AI to count fruit while in flight. Tune in…
‘First Receiver’ Sticking Point for New Food Safety Rule
…comments to the Food and Drug Administration regarding their new food safety rule that will be part of the Food Safety Modernization Act. One of the comments was about a…
Food Traceability Proposed Rule Raises Concerns from Industry Members
…of the FDA’s New Era of Smarter Food Safety Blueprint. Treacy said that increasing traceability abilities is widely supported by industry members, but there may be a more efficient way…
Coalition Highlights Value of Crop Insurance as Congress Develops Budget
…vital to rural communities. Farmers have often described it as a lifeline in times of struggle. “We urge you to continue to support a linchpin of the safety net for…
Public Comment Sought for Revised Conservation Practice Standards
…grazing land mechanical treatment. The Energy Efficient Agricultural Operation standard formerly known as Farmstead Energy Improvement has been updated to emphasize efficiency criteria, fire and electrical safety, flexibility, and manufacturer’s…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 03-09-21
…ag burning in the San Joaquin Valley ending come 2025, and food safety measures welcomed as long as they don’t impede the process. Tune in to the show for these…