“Government departments and agencies serve all citizens – republicans and democrats. This type of partisan rhetoric undermines trust in government and may violate the law.” Sandy Eskin, former Deputy Under Secretary for Food Safety at USDA
A total of 27 people infected with the outbreak strain of Listeria have been reported from 18 states. Of the 26 people with information available, 25 have been hospitalized and 6 deaths have been reported. One pregnancy-associated illness resulted in a fetal loss.
The agency will require import certification for shrimp and spices from certain regions of Indonesia, based on the risk of potential contamination of the food with Cesium-137
Due to the absence of either a fiscal year 2026 appropriation or a Continuing Resolution, only certain government activities will continue. While FDA will continue to conduct foodborne outbreak surveillance and response activities, the CORE Investigation Table will not be updated weekly during this time.
Advancing Food Safety: The Data Culture Imperative
One Day Conference hosted by Institute for Food Safety and Nutrition Security (IFSAN), October 9, 2025 in Washington DC
From food safety and quality to food defense, integrity, and physical and digital security, the system continues to operate in silos. More than ever, there is the need for a unified, risk-based U.S. food protection system.
Recent scientific developments in food allergen thresholds have prompted the FDA to explore how these thresholds can improve food safety, enhance labeling practices and help consumers make more informed choices. The purpose of the public meeting and listening sessions is to discuss strategies for approaching food allergen thresholds to benefit public health.
FoodNet has reduced surveillance to just two pathogens: salmonella and Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC). The CDC said “Funding has not kept pace with the resources required to maintain the continuation of FoodNet surveillance for all eight pathogens.” The change wasn’t previously been made public.
FSIS to take over inspections when Boar’s Head plant reopens
Mr. Diamantas will outline FDA’s vision for advancing food safety through science-based policymaking, enhanced surveillance, and streamlined regulatory frameworks
