President Trump eliminates two key food safety committees
The Trump Administration has eliminated two USDA food safety advisory committees that have been in place for decades. The U.S.
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Office of Personnel Management rescinds order to fire government workers
Following an order from a federal judge, the U.S. Office of Personnel Management walked back its order to agencies to
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Foodborne outbreaks increased in 2024 despite decrease in food recalls
While food recalls dropped by 5 percent in 2024 compared to 2023, the number of foodborne illnesses increased, according to
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USDA reports spread of bird flu to other animals; Canada buys additional vaccine
As confirmations of the spread of bird flu in dairy herds and poultry flocks in the United States continue to
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Listeria outbreak traced to shakes served in long-term care homes has killed 11
Eleven people have died in an outbreak of Listeria infections traced to supplemental shakes served at long-term care facilities. The
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Miami attorney on tap to lead FDA foods program, including food safety efforts
An attorney with a multinational law firm in Miami is expected to be the next deputy commissioner for human foods
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Republicans want to prevent USDA from implementing rule to control Salmonella
Two Republican representatives have introduced a bill that would prevent the U.S. Department of Agriculture from pursuing a rule to
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GAO wants USDA to step up efforts to control bacteria in meat and poultry
The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) is urging the U.S. Department of Agriculture to prioritize the updating of pathogen standards
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North Dakota House advances bill to allow the sale of raw milk to consumers
Consumers in North Dakota are one step closer to being able to buy unpasteurized milk direct from farmers. The state’s
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USDA includes special Boar’s Head review in annual sampling plan
The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service is continuing its sampling plan and has published updates for the 2025 fiscal
