How Likely Is Proposed GRAS Act to Become Law?
Historically, the rules around the Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) provisions have sparked various initiatives for change. Now there is a new push with a
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Ag Water Compliance Looms Ever Closer
Having proposed revisions to the pre-harvest agricultural water requirements of FSMA’s Produce Safety Rule (PSR) in December, FDA has now issued a supplemental notice of
Grilling
Summer grilling is a way of life in America, with charcoal and propane often selling out in the days before holiday weekends. But, as a
“High in” FOP Labelling Symbol Revealed
The updated Canadian food labelling requirements are continuing to move forward with Health Canada unveiling the new front-of-package nutrition symbol on June 30 and compliance
Cannabis Safety: A Consumer Matter?
There has been a significant amount of discussion and concern about the safety of cannabis products from a potency aspect, but little is heard about
Water Reuse: The Need and the Safety
Water is one of the most critical needs to both make and grow food and to make food safely in a production facility. But this
Caffeinated Alcohol Drinks
I’ve seen cocktails and products that combine alcohol with energy drinks. Are these mixes safe to drink? The short answer: No. To explain: Caffeinated alcohol
Still Using UNK? Time to Update Your FSVP!
In 2021, more than half of the importers whose Foreign Supplier Verification Programs (FSVPs) were assessed by FDA received 483s for a non-compliance. FDA also
Detecting and Preventing CFIA “Posers”
Is that CFIA inspector at your food facility door really a CFIA inspector? In a May Tweet, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) stated that
Infant Formula Recall Repercussions Impact Entire Industry
The recent shortages of infant formula and the fallout from prior facility inspections of the manufacturer have most certainly energized Congress to take action that
