FDA to host meeting regarding AAFCO’s ingredient definition process 12.19.2022 By Nicole Kerwin The virtual meeting will occur on Feb. 9 and will look at how the agency can improve its role in the process.Read More
AAFCO releases new standards for human-grade pet food production 12.12.2022 By Nicole Kerwin The standards include ingredient supply and handling, food production, packaging and labeling.Read More
Biden signs rail agreement following industry advocacy 12.02.2022 By Nicole Kerwin According to the associations, a strike would further worsen inflation and the supply chain for the pet food industry.Read More
NGFA: Monthlong rail labor crisis demands ‘swift action’ from Congress 11.29.2022 By Josh Sosland Dozens of groups have signed a letter urging congressional action to avert impending rail labor strikes.Read More
AFIA pushes for modernized ingredient policy 11.23.2022 By Nicole Kerwin The association is urging the CVM to update the policy under which functional feed ingredients are regulated as animal drugs.Read More
PFI supports new legislation to increase US agricultural trade 11.11.2022 By Nicole Kerwin The SMART Act aims to increase funding, therefore expanding trade for US agricultural and pet food industries.Read More
NIHC urges FDA to approve hemp seed 11.07.2022 By Nicole Kerwin The council has sent a letter to the FDA, citing the safety of hemp seed for use in animal feed.Read More
Missouri seeks to support agriculture with millions in tax credits 10.12.2022 By Rachael Oatman Governor Mike Parson signed a new law, creating $40 million in annual tax credits for the agricultural industry.Read More
HPAI ravages Utah, North Dakota 10.06.2022 By Rachael Oatman The two states have reported outbreaks, impacting nearly 200,000 birds.Read More
FDA urges food processors to register, renew manufacturing facilities 10.05.2022 By Nicole Kerwin Food manufacturing facilities can be registered and renewed with the FDA before Dec. 31.Read More