In the context of a preventive control strategy (see related item), FDA has made it clear that it sees environmental controls as a critical component of a facility’s overall strategy.  While FDA’s proposal does not currently require an environmental testing program, i

ABA’s citizen petition in July 2012 urged FDA to exempt storage facilities from FDA’s preventive controls provisions under the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA).  FDA’s new proposal, “Preventive Controls for Human Food:  Current Good Manufacturing

The baking industry has a lot to stand up and be proud of this week!!  Not only is it Folic Acid Awareness Week (Jan. 6-12), January celebrates National Healthy Baby Month and this year marks the 15th anniversary of the fortification of enriched grains with folic a

Washington, D.C. – The American Bakers Association (ABA) fully supports the nine-month extension of the Food, Conservation and Energy Act of 2008 into the 113th Congress. The 2008 Farm Bill was extended as part of the tax package aimed at avoiding the so-called fiscal cliff. &qu

Not only is January National Healthy Baby Month, January 6-12 celebrated Folic Acid Awareness Week and this year marks the 15th anniversary of the fortification of enriched grains with folic acid to help prevent neural tube defects in the U.S. Folic acid consumption is critical f

The U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has decided to suspend daily and weekly maximum quantities placed on grains, meats, and meat alternatives for the school year 2012-2013, saying the action is positive for both school foodservice operators and school communities, as

Late last week, FDA approved ABA’s request for an extension of FSMA Biennial Registration Renewal. The agency indicated that since registration did not become available until October 22, 2012, FDA intends to exercise enforcement discretion with respect to registration renewals s

Be sure to add this year's ABA Convention to your calendar, April 20-24, 2013! Join the members of ABA at the Turnberry Isle Resort in Aventura, Fla., for four days of educational sessions, keynote speakers and invaluable networking opportunities.

ABA recently published a White Paper to help members understand the current regulatory environment in response to the many inquiries it has received regarding air permitting in the state of Indiana and EPA Region 5. Almost 2 years ago, the Indiana Department of Environmental Managemen

ABA led the grain-chain organizations in developing a robust group of eight highly respected nutrition and physical activity experts who would contribute science-based and common-sense advice for policies resulting from the 2015 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Once the committee is