FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 21, 2019 Contact: Hannah Packman, [email protected] WASHINGTON – Although local food producers are broadly committed to food safety on their operations, there are still some barriers to … Read More
What do Spring and interns have in common? Both arrive every year, bringing new energy and a fresh, vibrant perspective. Our interns make a lasting impact on the work we … Read More
By Camilla Posthill, FSMA Project Coordinator, National Farmers Union. March is Women’s History Month—a time to share stories that deepen our understanding of the contributions that women make to farming, … Read More
By Barbara Patterson, NFU Director of Government Relations Congress passed the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) in 2010. It will require many producers to comply with new regulations if they … Read More
June 9, 2017 By Skylar Schneider, Executive Assistant Contact: Chelsea Matzen, 202-554-1600 [email protected] This week the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that it will be extending the compliance dates … Read More
June 1, 2017 By London Muegge, Education Intern Contact: Chelsea Matzen, 202-554-1600 [email protected] The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) was signed into law on January 4, 2011 by President Obama, … Read More
April 27, 2017 By Skylar Schneider, Executive Assistant Contact: Chelsea Matzen, 202-554-1600 [email protected] This week the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) announced $4.8 … Read More
April 25, 2017 By Skylar Schneider, Executive Assistant Contact: Chelsea Matzen, 202-554-1600 [email protected] In September 2016, 42 states received federal funding through the State Produce Implementation Cooperative Agreement Program (CAP) … Read More
April 18, 2017 By Skylar Schneider, Executive Assistant Contact: Chelsea Matzen, 202-554-1600 [email protected] The Food Safety Modernization Act, also known as FSMA, may at times feel cumbersome or confusing. To … Read More
By London Muegge, Education InternContact: Chelsea Matzen, [email protected] Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is considering simplifying agricultural water standards under the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) due to stakeholder feedback. … Read More