Agriculture & Food Safety

USDA One Farmer, One File Initiative

The USDA has launched the "One Farmer, One File" initiative, replacing hundreds of outdated systems with a single digital record to streamline processes for farmers. Secretary Rollins highlighted this modernization effort in an op-ed, emphasizing its role in cutting red tape and accelerating program fund delivery.

USDA and Army Corps Build Sterile Fly Facility for Screwworm Preparedness

The USDA and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers have awarded a contract to build a new sterile fly production facility in Texas. This facility is part of a strategy to combat the New World Screwworm and enhance domestic preparedness for invasive pests.

USDA Launches Dietary Guidelines Education Partnerships

The USDA announced new partnerships to educate the public on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and highlighted an impending rule for SNAP retailers regarding stocking standards. The agency also signed four new SNAP restriction waivers for Kansas, Nevada, Ohio, and Wyoming.

Public Health Alert for Misbranded Beef Jerky Products

The USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a public health alert for ready-to-eat beef jerky products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens. The affected products were produced by a firm that is not subject to FSIS inspection, raising concerns about potential contamination and allergen exposure.

Mays Chemical Company Recalls Frozen Raw Pork Loins

Mays Chemical Company is recalling approximately 3,900 pounds of frozen raw pork boneless loins due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The product was imported from Brazil and distributed in Puerto Rico. Consumers are urged not to consume the product.

CS Beef Packers Recalls Ground Beef Due to E. Coli O145

CS Beef Packers LLC is recalling approximately 11,000 pounds of ground beef products due to potential E. coli O145 contamination. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced the recall, which affects products sold nationwide. Consumers are advised to check their freezers and discard the affected products.

Ajinomoto Foods Recalls Chicken Fried Rice Due to Foreign Matter

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. is recalling approximately 3,013 pounds of chicken fried rice products due to potential foreign matter contamination. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing this public health alert to ensure consumers are aware of the recall.

Sobico USA LLC Recalls Siluriformes Fish Products

Sobico USA LLC is recalling approximately 1,209 pounds of Siluriformes fish products that were imported into the United States without the benefit of import re-inspection. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing this public health alert to ensure consumers are aware of the recall.

Rosina Food Products Recalls Frozen Meatballs Due to Foreign Matter

Rosina Food Products Inc. is recalling approximately 30,930 pounds of ready-to-eat frozen meatball products due to possible foreign matter contamination. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced the recall, which affects products distributed nationwide.