FDA issues final rule on intentional adulteration of food 05.31.2016 By Jay Sjerven Agency now has finalized all seven major rules implementing core of FSMA.Read More
Nutrition point of reference 05.19.2016 By Jay Sjerven FDA survey shows most consumers use Nutrition Facts PanelRead More
Vermont lays down GMO labeling law 03.29.2016 By Jay Sjerven New rule creates a six-month 'safe harbor' for certain foods.Read More
Taylor to leave FDA 03.08.2016 By Jay Sjerven Michael Taylor had been with department since 2009; his successor is Dr. Stephen Ostroff.Read More
Preemptive strike 03.01.2016 By Jay Sjerven Senate ag committee approves bill establishing voluntary GMO labeling.Read More
Executive decisions 01.26.2016 By Jay Sjerven How executives react to a food safety incident may prompt a criminal investigation.Read More
Climate change talks result in treaty 12.16.2015 By Jay Sjerven Countries commit to putting forward their best efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.Read More
Congress passes STB reauthorization bill 12.14.2015 By Jay Sjerven President Obama is expected to sign it into law soon.Read More
COOL on the chopping block 06.02.2015 By Jay Sjerven House ag committee votes to repeal the controversial rule. Read More
Ag committee passes bill to repeal COOL 05.20.2015 By Jay Sjerven Appellate Body of the WTO previously found the COOL requirements were in violation of agreed international trade rules.Read More