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Constituent Update - September 8, 2023

Release: On September 7, 2023, FSIS launched a new feature on its website that enables software developers to access data on recalls and public health alerts through an application programming interface (API)a development that will transform the way the public can benefit from this critical and timely public health information.

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FSIS Launches New Data Tool: Recall and Public Health Alert API

Release: WASHINGTON, September 7, 2023 The U.S. Department of Agricultures Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) launched a new feature on its website that enables software developers to access data on recalls and public health alerts through an application programming interface (API). This is FSIS first public API and will transform the way the public can benefit from this critical and timely public health information.

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Constituent Update - September 1, 2023

Release: When you hit the road for that one last camping trip or beach day this Labor Day weekend, bring food safety along to keep foodborne illness in the rearview mirror. To ensure your experience stays foodborne illness free, follow the top 10 Labor Day food safety tips for travelers.


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Constituent Update - August 25, 2023

Release: The Interagency Food Safety Analytics Collaboration (IFSAC)a collaboration between FSIS, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)has published its upcoming priorities for calendar years 2024 - 2028.


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Constituent Update - August 18, 2023

Release: On Aug. 16, 2023, FSIS posted the on the FSIS website. In May of 2021, FSIS commissioned the study through the Food Emergency Response Network (FERN) laboratories, to assess the levels of Clostridium perfringens (C. perfringens) in certain federally inspected ready-to-eat (RTE) meat and poultry products...


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Constituent Update - August 11, 2023

Release: FSIS will no longer require the condemnation of poultry carcasses affected with one or more forms of the avian leukosis complex. After carefully considering public comments, FSIS is finalizing the 2022 proposed rule, with no additional changes, to treat avian leukosis as a trimmable condition.


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FSIS Updates for Small Plants

Release: Information for small and very small establishments.


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Constituent Update - July 28, 2023

Release: The National Advisory Committee on Microbiological Criteria for Foods (NACMCF) will be holding a virtual public meeting on Aug. 30, 2023, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. ET to discuss and vote to adopt thereport onCyclospora cayetanensis in produce. Written comments must be submitted by Aug. 25, 2023. The committee will also provide an update on theCronobacter spp.in powdered infant formula charge.


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Charting a Path Forward: Equity at FSIS

Release: Equity is a central component of FSIS mission to protect public health by preventing foodborne illness. Over the past two years, FSIS has made great strides in institutionalizing equity into the fabric of the agency. Yet, there is still more work to do.


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Constituent Update - July 14, 2023

Release: On July 20, 2023, FSIS will update the individual establishment Salmonella performance standard category information for raw poultry carcasses, raw chicken parts, and comminuted poultry products on the Salmonella Verification Testing Program Monthly Posting page on the FSIS website. Additionally, FSIS...


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Constituent Update - July 7, 2023

Release: FSIS will continue its overtime and holiday inspection fee reduction program until Sept. 30, 2023, utilizing FY 2023 appropriated funds.


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FSIS Updates for Small Plants - July 5, 2023

Release: FSIS Launches New Monthly Newsletter for Small and Very Small Establishments.


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Public press releases : U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service publishes 99 in June

There were 99 press releases published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service in June.


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Food Safety is the Main Ingredient to a Successful Cookout

Whether you are a grill master or a first timer, food safety should always be part of your barbecue routine to ensure a healthy and happy Fourth of July.


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Celebrate Your Fourth of July Without Foodborne Illness

The Fourth of July is a time of celebration, family and of course cookouts. Cooking safely is in your hands and doing so can help keep your family healthy this Independence Day.


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FSIS Releases Study on Salmonella in Breaded Stuffed Chicken Products

FSIS conducted a study with the Food Emergency Response Network (FERN) laboratories to gather data on not-ready-to-eat (NRTE)



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APHIS Seeks Comment on Concurrence with World Organization for Animal Health’s Risk Designation for Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy for France

The USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is advising the public of our preliminary concurrence with the World Organization for Animal Health’s (WOAH) bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) risk designation for France.


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APHIS Issues Regulatory Status Review Responses: Inner Plant Soybeans and Tomato, and Ohalo Genetics Potato

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) recently reviewed soybean, tomato, and potato plants modified using genetic engineering.


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SDA Releases Five-Year Strategy to Combat Spotted Lanternfly

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) Spotted Lanternfly Strategic Planning Working Group has released the Spotted Lanternfly (SLF)