Federal Register Update — March 18-19, 2024
March 18, 2024
FDA
Harnessing the Potential of Artificial Intelligence
March 15, 2024 – FDA Roundup: March 15, 2024
GRAS Notices
| GRN No. | Substance | Date of Closure | FDA Response |
| 1156 | Algal oil (≥35% docosahexaenoic acid) from Schizochytrium sp. FJRK-SCH3 | Feb 8, 2024 | At the notifier’s request, FDA ceased to evaluate this notice (in PDF) (204 kB) |
| 1162 | Fungal oil (≥38% arachidonic acid (ARA)) from Mortierella alpina FJRK-MA01 | Feb 8, 2024 | At the notifier’s request, FDA ceased to evaluate this notice (in PDF) (236 kB) |
FSIS
Constituent Update – March 15, 2024
USDA
APHIS
USDA Asks Residents to Look for Invasive Egg Masses
Marler Blog
Marler Clark retained to investigate death linked to NetCost Market Listeria Outbreak
Warning issued due to Norovirus in Oysters
@ConsumerReports
- Here’s how you can make your coffee habit more green. https://www.consumerreports.org/home-garden/recycling/recycle-k-cups-nespresso-capsules-coffee-pods-a3276889649/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_TW
@frankyiannas
- Kroger, one of the largest food retailers w 2,750 grocery stores across the U.S., recently announced plans to comply w FDA’s Food Traceability Rule. https://edi.kroger.com/EDIPortal/documents/Maps/kroger-modernized-systems/Food%20Traceability%20Requirements.pdf
March 19, 2024
Federal Register
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Notices
Addition of Black Stem Rust-Resistant Barberry Plant Varieties to Regulated Articles List
Filed on: 03/19/2024 at 8:45 am
Scheduled Pub. Date: 03/20/2024
FR Document: 2024-05807 PDF 5 Pages (135 KB) Permalink
FDA
Recalls
| Date | Brand | Description | Product Type | Recall Reason | Company |
| 03/18/2024 | Door Country Love | Dark Chocolate Cherry Granola | Food & Beverages | May contain undeclared almonds | Kick Ash Products, LLC |
| 03/18/2024 | Trader Joe’s | 50% Less Salt Roasted & Salted Whole Cashews | Food & Beverages | Potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. | Wenders LLC |
FSIS
Voluntary Labeling of FSIS-Regulated Products with U.S.-Origin Claims
AMS
USDA Lifts PACA Reparation Sanctions on Texas Produce Business
USDA Restricts PACA Violators in Georgia from Operating in the Produce Industry
@ConsumerReports
- Newer research indicates that the fats in milk aren’t linked with weight gain, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, or inflammation. https://www.consumerreports.org/health/nutrition-healthy-eating/do-you-still-need-dairy-a6863619919/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_tw
- Most sourdough loaves are made with white flour, but it’s a smarter pick than a traditional white bread. https://www.consumerreports.org/health/nutrition-healthy-eating/foods-with-surprising-health-benefits-a5327396350/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_TW
- Several of the store-bought tomato sauces we tested were nearly as flavorful as homemade but without the work involved in chopping, mixing, and simmering for hours. https://www.consumerreports.org/health/pasta-sauce/best-jarred-pasta-sauces-a2568686470/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_TW
- Taste is subjective, but there were some clear winners (and losers) when our staffers evaluated nonalcoholic beers. https://www.consumerreports.org/health/beverages/best-nonalcoholic-beers-a1162577614/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_TW
@FDAfood
- @US_FDA held two Produce Safety Summits and one On Farm Readiness Review for the produce industry last week in Lima, and Trujillo, Peru. The summits welcomed over 300 actively engaged participants, who requested more of these helpful activities in Peru.
@USDA_ARS
- Exciting news! Join us on March 27 at 11 am ET for a Facebook video on debunking nutrition myths with experts Courtney Thompson and James Cain. Submit your questions in advance and mark your calendars! Click the link for more information https://fb.me/e/bbaa3D1ko
@US_FDA
- FDA Foods is on Instagram! https://instagram.com/fdafoods/
- Habits that can reduce the risk of #ColorectalCancer include regular physical activity, a healthy low-fat, high-fiber diet high in fruits and vegetables, and low alcohol and tobacco use.