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FDA Proposes Enforcement Discretion for Small Retailers and Restaurants Under Food Traceability Rule

Oct 9, 2026 | FDA and USDA Regulatory Update, Foods

FDA Proposes Enforcement Discretion for Small Retailers and Restaurants Under Food Traceability Rule The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced draft guidance that, if finalized, would provide additional enforcement discretion for certain small retail...

FDA Publishes 2026 Food Code for Retail and Food Service

Sep 17, 2026 | FDA and USDA Regulatory Update, Foods

FDA has published the 2026 Food Code with updated model food safety provisions for retail and food service establishments.

Summary of FDA’s 2026 Proposed Rule on GRAS Substances

Sep 1, 2026 | Foods, Issue of the Month

Summary of FDA’s 2026 Proposed Rule on GRAS Substances By Tim Lombardo, Senior Director for Food Consulting Services  Top Takeaway The FDA’s 2026 Proposed Rule would make GRAS notifications mandatory for human food, animal feed, and food contact...

USDA Launches Child Nutrition Programs Food Industry Toolkit

Aug 21, 2026 | FDA and USDA Regulatory Update, Foods

USDA has launched a Child Nutrition Programs Food Industry Toolkit with resources on labeling, product formulation, food crediting, nutrient data and meal-pattern requirements.

FDA Proposes Mandatory GRAS Notifications for Human and Animal Food Substances

Aug 11, 2026 | FDA and USDA Regulatory Update, Foods

FDA Proposes Mandatory GRAS Notifications for Human and Animal Food Substances The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a proposed rule that would significantly change the process for substances determined to be Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) for...

FDA and NOAA Update Certification Procedures for Seafood Exported to the European Union

Aug 7, 2026 | FDA and USDA Regulatory Update, Foods

FDA and NOAA Update Certification Procedures for Seafood Exported to the European Union New Seafood Export Certification Procedures Take Effect September 3 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is updating its listing and certification procedures for seafood...