Laws and Regulations Committee Update – May 11 – 14, 2021
May 11, 2021
Federal Register
Agricultural Marketing Service
Proposed Rules
- Increased Assessment Rate:
Dried Prunes Produced in California
Filed on: 05/11/2021 at 8:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 05/12/2021
FR Document: 2021-10018 PDF 12 Pages (97.6 KB) Permalink
- National Organic Program:
Origin of Livestock
Filed on: 05/11/2021 at 8:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 05/12/2021
FR Document: 2021-09978 PDF 46 Pages (192 KB) Permalink
- [Note: Reopening comment period on the April 28, 2015 proposed rule to amend the origin of livestock requirements for dairy animals under the USDA organic regulations. AMS is seeking comment on whether AMS should prohibit the movement of transitioned cows in organic dairy production. Comments are due in 60 days].
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Notices
Pest Risk Analysis:
Importation of Fresh Mango Fruit from Colombia Into the United States
Filed on: 05/11/2021 at 8:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 05/12/2021
FR Document: 2021-10042 PDF 6 Pages (104 KB) Permalink
FDA
FDA Opens Industry Portal for FSVP Records Submission
- [Note: FDA describes the portal as a “dedicated, streamlined way for importers to submit SFVP records electronically to the FDA, if they choose.”]
FDA Announces Animal Biotechnology Stakeholder Virtual Outreach Session
- [Note: Scheduled for July 28 from 3:40 to 4:45pm via zoom, where “CVM will collect feedback from stakeholders in order to enhance the predictability, transparency, and efficiency of the review process for intentional genomic alterations (IGAs) in animals.”]
FSIS
What’s Your Food Safety Plan for Hurricane Season?
APHIS
APHIS Reminds Core Users to Expect Correction Requests through the Automated Commercial Environment for Cargo Moving to Plant Inspection Stations
@US_FDA
- May is Food Allergy Action Month. Did you know the FDA has specific labeling requirements for certain foods that cause allergies and other reactions? Learn more: https://bit.ly/3e6tHwP
@FDA_ORA
- It’s #FoodAllergyAwarenessWeek! From September 2009 to September 2014, the five food types most often involved in @FDARecalls due to #FoodAllergies were bakery products, snack foods, candy, dairy products, and dressings. LEARN MORE: https://go.usa.gov/xseHH
@FDAanimalhealth
- Today #FDA announced an Animal Biotechnology Virtual Stakeholder Outreach Session that will take place on Wednesday, July 28. The session is free & open to the public. Register today!
- FDA will collect feedback from stakeholders in order to enhance the predictability, transparency, & efficiency of the review process for intentional genomic alterations in animals.
FDA’s Veterinary Innovation Program is available to most developers of IGAs in animals & is aimed at facilitating advancements in the development of innovative animal products
May 12, 2021
Federal Register
Food Safety and Inspection Service
Notices
Retail Exemptions Adjusted Dollar Limitations
Filed on: 05/12/2021 at 8:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 05/13/2021
FR Document: 2021-10129 PDF 6 Pages (104 KB) Permalink
FDA
FDA to Implement Sampling Effort for Lettuce Grown in Salinas Valley, California
- [Note: FDA will be collecting and testing samples of lettuce grown in Salinas Valley from commercial cooling and cold storage facilities from Nay through November 2021. Agency plans to collect and test ~500 post-harvest samples of iceberg, leaf and romaine lettuce]
Warning Letters
| Posted Date | Letter Issue Date | Company Name | Issuing Office | Subject |
| 05/11/2021 | 04/13/2021 | Anytime COVID Test LLC | Center for Devices and Radiological Health | Adulterated and Misbranded Products Related to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) |
| 05/11/2021 | 04/28/2021 | Martinez Produce & Seafood Inc | Office of Human and Animal Food Operations East Division VI | Seafood HACCP/CGMP for Foods/Adulterated/Insanitary Conditions |
| 05/11/2021 | 04/29/2021 | Crown Wellness, Inc | Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition | New Drug/Misbranded |
| 05/11/2021 | 04/30/2021 | J & L USA Inc. | Division of West Coast Imports | Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP) |
USDA
U.S. Department of Agriculture Announces Key Staff Appointments
@FrankYiannasFDA
- FDA Focusing on Fostering Food Safety Culture, Truly Bending the Curve of Foodborne Illness – https://foodsafetytech.com/news_article/fda-focusing-on-fostering-food-safety-culture-truly-bending-the-curve-of-foodborne-illness/ – http://foodsafetytech.com
@SecVilsack
- When American farmers have a chance to compete, they never fail. We need to create new markets for farmers with renewable energy, biobased products, and a greater commitment to sourcing healthy food more locally.
May 14, 2021
Federal Register
Agricultural Marketing Service
Notices
Supply Chains for the Production of Agricultural Commodities and Food Products
Filed on: 05/14/2021 at 8:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 05/17/2021
FR Document: 2021-10351 PDF 3 Pages (80 KB) Permalink
- [NOTE: Extending the comment period on the Notice on Supply Chains for the Production of Agricultural Commodities from May 21 to June 21, 2021]
Environmental Protection Agency
Rules
Pesticide Tolerances:
Trifludimoxazin
Filed on: 05/14/2021 at 8:45 am Scheduled Pub. Date: 05/17/2021
FR Document: 2021-10286 PDF 16 Pages (154 KB) Permalink
FDA
2020 Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Red Onions Report
- [NOTE: The report noted that although a conclusive root cause could not be identified, the FDA’s leading hypothesis is that contaminated irrigation water used in a growing field may have led to contamination of the onions. “FDA encourages all produce growers to assess risks that may be posed by adjacent and nearby land uses, especially as it relates to the presence of livestock and the interface between farmland, rangeland, irrigation water, and other agricultural areas.”]
Recalls
| Date | Brand Name | Description | Product Type | Recall Reason |
| 05/13/2021 | Jolly Time | Kettle Corn | Food & Beverages | Undeclared milk |
AMS
USDA
- [NOTE: Dr. Jewel Bronaugh was previously the Commissioner of the VA Dept. of Agriculture and Consumer Services]
@FrankYiannasFDA
- The FDA is committed to safeguarding the U.S. food supply. Today, we’ve released a report on the 2020 Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Red Onions with comprehensive findings on what may have contributed to the largest Salmonella outbreak in over a decade. https://go.usa.gov/xH6Bs
- Good to see “Food Safety Culture” & “Food Safety Leadership” as major points of discussion among colleagues, because they’re different than a Food Safety Program & Food Safety Management – and they’re critical to make further progress. Food Safety Culture and Leadership Skills are Key Focus on Day Two of Food Safety Summit (yahoo.com)
@DrWoodcockFDA
- Food safety is a shared responsibility that involves food producers, distributors, manufacturers, retailers, and regulators. FDA is committed to working with these stakeholders to reduce the potential for contamination events and ensure the continued safety of our food supply.