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FDA to delay FSMA 204 compliance date by 30 months

The agency said the extension does not amend the requirements of the final rule but provides additional time to ensure complete coordination.

The Packer Staff

Mar 21, 2025
Food Safety , Industry News , Food and Drug Administration

Though no enteric virus outbreaks have been associated with or reported in domestic berries in 35 years, reported outbreaks have been linked to imported fresh and frozen berries, the Food and Drug Administration said.

FDA releases strategy to prevent fresh, frozen berry contamination

The agency says the new guidance helps identify preventative measures against enteric viruses and ensures consistent application.

The Packer Staff

Jan 21, 2025
Blueberries , Strawberries , Blackberries , Raspberries , Food Safety , Food and Drug Administration

The updated "healthy" nutrient-content claim is designed to provide consumers with a quick, accessible signal on food packaging to identify foundational foods for healthy dietary patterns, according to the FDA.

FDA updates ‘healthy’ nutrient-content claim

With the change to align with dietary guidelines, manufacturers can voluntarily use the claim on a food package if its meets the updated criteria.

Jill Dutton

Dec 20, 2024
Industry News , Nutrition , Food and Drug Administration

FDA provides update on multistate E. coli outbreak linked to slivered onions

The FDA, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and state partners continue investigating a multistate outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 linked to slivered onions.

The Packer Staff

Nov 14, 2024
Food Safety , Food and Drug Administration , Onions

Industry responds to how FDA redefines 'healthy' labeling

Amy Sowder

Feb 24, 2023
Produce Retail , Food and Drug Administration , PMG Industry Perspective , Governmental Regulations , Nutrition

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