Laws and Regulations Committee Update – December 9-10, 2019
Federal Register
Agricultural Marketing Service
Notices
Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals:
Pistachios Grown in California, Arizona, and New Mexico
Filed on: 12/09/2019 at 8:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 12/10/2019
FR Document: 2019-26542 PDF 7 Pages (131 KB) Permalink
FDA
Salmonella Potentially Linked to Tailor Cut Produce Fruit Mix, Winter 2019
FDA Provides Flexibility for Start of Routine Inspections on Small Farms
Recalls
| Date | Brand | Product Description | Type | Reason/Problem | Company |
| 12/08/2019 | Tailor Cut Produce | Fruit Luau | Food & Beverages, Snack Food Item, Foodborne Illness | Potential to be contaminated with Salmonella | Tailor Cut Produce |
| 12/06/2019 | White Castle | Frozen Cheeseburger and hamburger sliders | Food & Beverages, Prepared Food, Foodborne Illness | Potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination | White Castle Frozen Food Division |
| 12/06/2019 | Truly Good Foods | South of the Border nut mix | Food & Beverages, Allergens, Snack Food Item | Undeclared almond and soy | Tropical Nut and Fruit Co. |
FSIS
Dec 06, 2019 | PDF
- FSIS Extends Comment Period for USCA Petition on Labeling Claims
- FSIS Transitions to Using WGS Data from Salmonella Isolates to Determine Serotype
- Tips for Faster Label Approval Process
- FSIS Announces 2020 Rates for Providing Voluntary Services
OMB
| AGENCY: USDA-NRCS | RIN: 0578-AA68 | Status: Concluded |
| TITLE:Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) Changes | ||
| STAGE: Interim Final Rule | ECONOMICALLY SIGNIFICANT: Yes | |
| RECEIVED DATE: 08/30/2019 | LEGAL DEADLINE: None | |
| ** COMPLETED: 12/06/2019 | COMPLETED ACTION: Consistent with Change |
GAO
Actions Needed to Improve FDA Oversight of Import Alert Removal Decisions
@FrankYiannasFDA
- While millions of servings of fresh leafy greens are served safely everyday, more must be done in all growing regions. While we can’t prevent every outbreak, sharing & learning from others can limit consumers’ exposure to pathogens.
- Last week, I was able to visit the Yuma growing region. I saw firsthand that food safety is not a competitive issue. It was helpful to hear firsthand from growers about their 2018 romaine outbreak and the important actions taken to prevent reoccurrence https://go.usa.gov/xpmuk
- ALERT: FDA and the @PAHealthDept are investigating 31 cases of illnesses caused by Salmonella Javiana in PA w a possible link to fruit mix from Tailor Cut Produce of NJ, which has agreed to recall. We’ll continue to provide updates to the investigation https://go.usa.gov/xpyWG
- RT @LGMAnews: “The lessons we learned from last year’s outbreak in Yuma are proving valuable as we are investigating another outbreak associated with romaine from the Salinas, California growing region.” –@FrankYiannasFDA
- #FDA In Brief: Here’s a readout of a visit I made this week to the Yuma produce growing region to meet with stakeholders & farmers. Food safety requires collaboration, sharing of best practices, & applying lessons learned.
@FDAfood
- FDA/CDC issued advisory 11/22 warning consumers to not eat any romaine lettuce grown in the Salinas area; industry initiated a voluntary withdrawal of romaine harvested from the region. Romaine lettuce from Salinas should no longer be in commerce, but advisory remains in effect.
- FDA is aware of this recall traced to Salinas, California and is working with Canadian authorities on their outbreak investigation. Do not eat this product if you have it. http://ift.tt/2sTwRP6
- Bacteria can be lurking in uncooked flour . Handle flour wisely by following these safety steps. https://go.usa.gov/xpnHU
@FDARecalls
- Tailor Cut Produce Recalls Cut Fruit Mix Because of Possible Health Risk https://go.usa.gov/xpVgM
- White Castle Frozen Food Division Announces Voluntary Recall of a Limited Production of Frozen Sandwiches Sold in Select Grocery Outlets Due to Possible Presence of Listeria Monocytogenes https://go.usa.gov/xpVgK
- Tropical Nut and Fruit Co. Issues Allergy Alert of Undeclared Soy and Tree Nut (Almonds) on Their Truly Good Foods South of the Border Mix https://go.usa.gov/xpVgD
@FDA_ORA
- The FDA is providing flexibility for when states may begin conducting routine inspections of small farms, other than sprouts operations, under the Food Safety Modernization Act (#FSMA) #ProduceSafetyRule. LEARN MORE: https://go.usa.gov/xpyrd
@SecretarySonny
- Tune in the first Friday of every month to hear from me, from USDA or out in the country, talking to my guests about the issues facing American #agriculture today. https://www.usda.gov/sonnyside
December 10, 2019
Federal Register
Environmental Protection Agency
Notices
Pesticide Product Registration:
Applications for New Uses
Filed on: 12/10/2019 at 8:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 12/11/2019
FR Document:2019-26670 PDF 6 Pages (91.9 KB) Permalink
FDA
E. coli O157:H7 Outbreak Linked to Salad Mix, November 2019
Salmonella Potentially Linked to Tailor Cut Produce Fruit Mix, Winter 2019
AMS
USDA Issues Packers and Stockyards Complaint Against Mike Perschbacher
FTC
Closing Letter to Mr. Michael Muhlbaier, President for Spaghetti Engineering Corp., DBA DIGI-TAILS (43.72 KB) (Made in USA)
Closing Letter to Steve Dean, Owner/President of Sports Addix LLC, DBA Addix and Addix Sportswear (45.4 KB) (Made in USA)
@FrankYiannasFDA
- ALERT: FDA, CDC, State, & Canadian partners are investigating an outbreak in the U.S. & Canada caused by E. coli O157:H7. Epidemiologic information indicates that Fresh Express brand Sunflower Crisp Chopped Salad Kits are a likely source of this outbreak. https://bit.ly/347QEHo
- Consumers should not eat Fresh Express brand Sunflower Crisp Chopped Salad Kits with UPC 0 71279 30906 4, beginning with lot code Z, and a best before date up to and including 07DEC19.
- Preliminary info indicates romaine lettuce in the salad kits eaten by some sick people may have contained romaine from Salinas growing region, though the romaine & other ingredients in the kit may have come from another growing region as well. Updates as investigation proceeds.
@US-FDA
- RECALL: FDA continues to investigate 33 cases of illnesses from Salmonella Javiana discovered at several PA facilities. Consumers in NY, NJ, and PA should discard or return recalled product from Taylor Cut Produce. Retailers should check their supplier. https://go.usa.gov/xpVEj
@FDAfood
- Suppliers & Distributors: Those in the supply chain DO NOT SHIP or sell Fresh Express brand Sunflower Crisp Chopped Salad Kits with UPC 0 71279 30906 4, beginning with lot code Z, and a best before date up to and including 07DEC19
- Restaurants & Retailers: DO NOT SERVE or sell Fresh Express brand Sunflower Crisp Chopped Salad Kits with UPC 0 71279 30906 4, beginning with lot code Z, and a best before date up to and including 07DEC19
- Consumers: DO NOT EAT Fresh Express brand Sunflower Crisp Chopped Salad Kits UPC 0 71279 30906 4, beginning with lot code Z, and a best before date up to and including 07DEC19. Consult your healthcare provider if you develop symptoms that resemble an E. coli infection.
- NEW #OUTBREAK: FDA, @CDCgov, U.S. state health authorities & @InspectionCAN are investigating an outbreak of illnesses caused by E. coli O157:H7. Fresh Express brand Sunflower Crisp Chopped Salad Kits are a likely source of this outbreak.
- DYK – Fresh #eggs, even those with clean, uncracked shells, may contain bacteria called #Salmonella that can cause foodborne illness aka food poisoning. Learn more about egg safety here >> https://go.usa.gov/xpV5q
- #RECALL possible Listeria – check your freezer for Best Buy dates between 04 Aug 2020 to 17 Aug 2020
@SecretarySonny
- RT @AjitPaiFCC: #Precisionag is transforming America’s farms and ranches. That means more demand for connectivity. Enjoyed kicking off Precision Agriculture Task Force today! It’ll help connect rural areas in order to boost productivity, save costs, and deliver better, cheaper food to consumers.