According to a survey by Technomic, the foodservice industry faces big unknowns as the COVID-19 outbreak remains the most closely followed news story to consumers. Consumers answered how they believe their behaviors and attitudes will change in the wake of the outbreak. Key industry areas are noted for greatest potential impact – whether positive or…
FDA NEWS RELEASE: March 17, 2020 Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration took steps to help prevent disruptions in the food supply-chain by issuing a temporary policy for FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) supplier verification onsite audit requirements during the coronavirus (COVID-19) public health emergency. “While our grocery stores are facing unprecedented demand,…
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has updated the Nutrition Facts label on packaged foods and drinks. FDA is requiring changes to the Nutrition Facts label based on updated scientific information, new nutrition research, and input from the public. This is the first major update to the label in over 20 years. Learn about What’s New with the…
FDA STATEMENT: March 10, 2020 Today, we are providing an update on the status of U.S. Food and Drug Administration inspections outside of the U.S. in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. After careful consideration, the FDA is postponing most foreign inspections through April, effective immediately. Inspections outside the U.S. deemed mission-critical will still be considered…
FDA NEWS RELEASE: March 09, 2020 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued warning letters to seven companies for selling fraudulent COVID-19 products. These products are unapproved drugs that pose significant risks to patient health and violate federal law. The FDA and FTC are taking this action as…