Federal Register Update — March 8, 2024
Agricultural Marketing Service
Proposed Rules
National Organic Program: Market Development for Mushrooms and Pet Food
Filed on: 03/08/2024 at 8:45 am
Scheduled Pub. Date: 03/11/2024
FR Document: 2024-04973 PDF 57 Pages (248 KB) Permalink
Notices
Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals (regarding fruits and nuts)
Filed on: 03/08/2024 at 8:45 am
Scheduled Pub. Date: 03/11/2024
FR Document: 2024-05086 PDF 3 Pages (91.6 KB) Permalink
White House
Remarks of President Joe Biden — State of the Union Address As Prepared for Delivery
FDA
Recalls
| Date | Brand | Description | Product Type | Recall Reason | Company |
| 03/07/2024 | SWAD | Cinnamon Powder | Food & Beverages | Potential Metal Contaminant – Lead | Raja Foods LLC |
| 03/07/2024 | Stonewall Kitchen | Gluten Free Cinnamon Sugar Doughnut Mix | Food & Beverages | Potential or Undeclared Allergen – Wheat | Stonewall Kitchen |
FSIS
OMB
| AGENCY: HHS-FDA | RIN: 0910-ZB93 | Status: Concluded |
| TITLE:Select Updates for the Premarket Cybersecurity Guidance: Section 524B of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act; Draft Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff; Availability | Section 3(f)(1) Significant: No | |
| STAGE: Notice | Economically Significant: No | |
| RECEIVED DATE: 02/28/2024 | LEGAL DEADLINE: None | |
| ** COMPLETED: 03/07/2024 | COMPLETED ACTION: Consistent without Change | |
USDA
USDA Assists Farmers, Ranchers and Communities Affected by Catastrophic Texas, Oklahoma Wildfires
APHIS
APHIS Seeks Comment on Revisions to Ralstonia Exclusion Program Framework
AMS
USDA Cites Heyvel Produce LLC in Texas for PACA Violations
AMS Announces 2024 Grain Fees under the United States Grain Standards Act
@ConsumerReports
- Pro-tips: 1. Use ceramic coatings instead of PFAS. 2. Use oil or butter in nonstick pans instead of cooking sprays. 3. Opt for uncoated cookware (stainless steel, cast iron, etc.) https://www.consumerreports.org/health/healthy-eating/how-to-choose-healthier-cookware-and-kitchen-tools-a6071339544/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_TW
@FDA_ORA
- Be Smart. Be Aware. Be Careful & don’t fall for #HealthFraud scams! These scams waste money, can delay proper diagnosis & treatment, or can cause serious or fatal injuries. Check our website for the latest #HealthFraud info: https://www.fda.gov/consumers/health-fraud-scams
- Deceptive labeling can be hard to recognize! Please know that when a fraudulent health product rebrands with a new number or slightly different packaging, it is a tactic to confuse consumers and evade regulation! For e.g., @US_FDA has warned about Artri & Ortiga supplements, https://fda.gov/drugs/drug-safety-and-availability/fda-warns-consumers-not-purchase-or-use-artri-and-ortiga-products-which-may-contain-hidden-drug…. Products like these often have Spanish labeling & unclear manufacturer info. Many contain corticosteroids, anti-inflammatory drugs & muscle relaxants.
- #HealthFraud scams to look out for in 2024 include products labeled as harmless dietary supplements but contain hidden drugs (tainted) & deceptive labeling tactics meant to confuse consumers. READ MORE: https://www.fda.gov/consumers/health-fraud-scams/public-notifications-health-fraud
- Phrases such as “Quick Fix” & “One Product Does It All” are tip-offs for #HealthFraud scams! These products can’t deliver on their baseless promises & they could cause serious injury or death.
@SecVilsack
- With yesterday’s announcement, we’re delivering on @POTUS’ promise to strengthen America’s energy security by investing to deploy renewable energy technology and upgrade thousands of miles of transmission lines across the nation.
@USCPSC
- #RECALL: TJX Tommy Bahama brand children’s twill pants sets due to choking hazard. Take pants away from kids and cut off the faux drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return for a full refund. CONTACT: 888-627-7425 or http://Marshalls.com
- #RECALL: http://Getallfun.com Recalls High-Powered Magnetic Ball Sets Due to Ingestion Hazard, Violation of the Federal Safety Regulation for Toy Magnet Sets. Get refund. CONTACT: info@getallfun.com or https://getallfun.com/pages/product-recall
@FDAfood
- FDA issued a safety alert concerning certain cinnamon products that contain elevated levels of lead. Dr. Conrad Choiniere at FDA’s Center for Food Safety & Applied Nutrition answers questions about what FDA is doing to enhance the safety of #cinnamon. http://fda.gov/food/conversations-experts-food-topics/conversation-fda-steps-agency-taking-address-unsafe-levels-lead-found-cinnamon