Regulatory Updates: Page 17

Romania reverses COVID-19 ban on export of grains

Romania's short-lived export ban comes to an end after the government secures supplementary food reserves in case of shortages due to COVID-19.

COVID-19 delays EU’s Green Deal, Farm to Fork plans

The reveal of the EU's Green Deal food sustainability plan, originally scheduled for this spring, has been pushed back due to COVID-19 delays.

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Some countries ban export of staple crops amid COVID-19

COVID-19 drives countries in central Asian and eastern Europe to ban export of wheat, corn and soybeans to preserve supplies.

FDA says restaurants may sell unused food as animal feed

FDA guidance suggests restaurants closed due to COVID-19 may sell unused food items for use as animal feed to avoid food waste.

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Norway sees surge in demand for fishmeal

Norway’s food safety agency (Mattilsynet) has announced an exemption to allow fishmeal to be included in feeds for poultry and pigs.

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Animal Feed Manufacturing

FDA postpones routine feed mill inspections for COVID-19

Federal agency postpones feed mill inspections and will not enforce some rules to minimize social contact during COVID-19.

Feed supplies largely disruption-free despite lockdowns

Agricultural trade remains free of major disruption, but one analyst recommends evaluating feed supplies in case lockdowns lead to long-term shortages.

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US pork industry seeks trade restrictions to prevent ASF

Trade organizations petition USDA for restrictions on soybean products to prevent ASF after research shows holding times may be impractical.

FDA seeks input on instructions for additive petitions

U.S. agency releases draft document with instructions for new additive petitions and GRAS process, in hopes of improving future submissions.

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US animal feed industry faces challenging regulatory year

The regulatory environment in Washington, D.C., may not be easy for the animal feed industry, but American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) President and CEO Constance Cullman says this year will be an exciting one.

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Canada aims to expedite vaccine for African swine fever

In hope of developing an effective vaccine, Canadian researchers will bring African swine fever to their North American laboratories.

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Feed Production by Region

Feed sector largely welcomes challenge of EU Green Deal

By combining economic and environmental sustainability, EU Green Deal could yield a win for feed and animal producers, industry leaders say.

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