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FSIS invites proposals on reducing foodborne illness
posted May 15, 2005 The Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service is accepting proposals for cooperative agreement projects…
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Petition filed to keep antimicrobials out of feed
The petitioners have requested that the antimicrobials no longer be used as agricultural feed additives to promote growth
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USDA offers food safety tips during weather emergencies
The Department of Agriculture has provided consumers with a list of recommendations for keeping food safe
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Understanding food safety
The Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service recently concluded its first phase of the Veterinary Student Employment
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USDA proposes easing restrictions on Japanese beef imports
APHIS and the FSIS determined that it is not necessary to continue to prohibit the importation of whole cuts of boneless beef from Japan.
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In surprise move, Crawford resigns as FDA commissioner
Two months after a grueling confirmation hearing to head the FDA, Dr. Lester M. Crawford Jr. abruptly resigned his post
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USDA awards grants for research on food safety
The Department of Agriculture has awarded more than $12 million in grants to universities to advance the National Integrated Food
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Move follows AABP conference
The American Association of Bovine Practitioners moved its headquarters from Georgia to Alabama
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Europe bans antimicrobials, legislation proposed in U.S
The European Union has banned the use of four additional antimicrobials as growth promoters in animal feed.
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Security a priority in president's 2007 budget
The $2.77 trillion budget proposals for 2007 that President Bush sent to Congress Feb. 6 continue to emphasize allocations for the nation's war on…
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Still going a hundred years later
This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Food and Drug Administration, which has the distinct
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Research, educational center promotes animal coproducts
Clemson University held a dedication ceremony for the Animal Co-Products Research & Education Center, March 27.
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U.S. Army veterinarians wage unconventional campaign abroad
Army veterinarians are responsible for food safety inspection and for operation of large and small animal practices on bases
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Government revises veterinary medical officer standards
To attract more veterinarians to positions in the federal government, the Office of Personnel Management has revised the qualification standards
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USDA celebrates 100 years of food safety
The Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service recently celebrated 100 years of protecting consumers by commemorating the…
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FDA finds food from animal clones to be safe, invites comments
The Food and Drug Administration has found that meat or milk from clones of adult cattle, swine, and goats is as safe to eat
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Lawmakers press for permanent ban on 'downer' livestock
Congress is considering legislation permanently banning nonambulatory animals from the human food supply.
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USDA rolls out risk-based inspection
The Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service recently announced a timetable for introducing risk-based
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Recall shines spotlight on pet foods
A massive recall of pet food broadened to certain treats and a dry diet, along with more wet products.
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How to submit samples, report cases related to adulterated pet food
One of the most common questions being directed to the Food and Drug Administration during the pet food recall
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Senate hearing examines safety, recall of pet food
The recent recall of cat and dog food has raised broad concerns about food safety, oversight of pet food, and manufacturing practices.
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Comments invited on proposed new specialty
The AVMA American Board of Veterinary Specialties has received a petition for recognition of the Exotic Companion Mammal Practice specialty under the…
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Chief executive officers testify about recall of pet food
More details have emerged about events leading to the major recall of pet food and about the importation of ingredients from China that
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Hogs, chickens ate pet food containing adulterants
Thousands of hogs and millions of chickens ate pet food now subject to a recall, but government agencies have found no evidence
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Ongoing recall investigation unraveling the facts
Months after the recalls of pet food began, developments continued to unfold in response to the adulteration of ingredients from China.