The planned activities include Food Chemical Safety, Nutrition and Microbiological Food Safety. In line with these 2026 priorities, HFP is also publishing its proposed 2026 guidance agenda to increase transparency of their work and processes.
Repeated oral exposure to H5N1 influenza virus in pasteurized milk does not cause adverse responses to subsequent influenza infection
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.
Director Monarez, the first Senate-confirmed director of the CDC, brings decades of frontline experience in disaster preparedness, biosecurity, and health innovation.
This plan elevates American agriculture as a key element of our nation’s national security, addressing urgent threats from foreign adversaries and strengthening the resilience of the nation’s food and agricultural systems.
Dr. Emilio Esteban, Chief Scientific Officer for Mérieux NutriSciences’ North America division, and Head of its Global Analytical Hub and former Undersecretary for Food Safety at USDA is the opening keynote speaker. The closing keynote speaker is Ricky Dickson, Author and Former CEO of Blue Bell Creameries.
As food companies move away from expensive imports, domestic growers and manufacturers may experience demand surges, creating a fundamental safety challenge where production pressures increase faster than the food safety infrastructure. Increased Capacity Leads to Increase Risks. Food Fraud, Supply Chain, Traceability and Recording Keeping Concerns. In these uncertain times, navigating the complex intersection of international trade policy and food safety requires specialized expertise that combines regulatory knowledge, technical assessment capabilities, and strategic planning.
Cyberattacks targeting the food supply chain can pose a significant threat to agricultural businesses and consumers. By implementing effective cybersecurity measures and strengthening supply chain collaboration, companies can take the necessary steps to protect critical infrastructure while ensuring the continued safety of our food supply.
The Food Safety Consortium Conference, Oct. 19-21, 2025, will be at the Crystal Gateway Marriott, Arlington VA. Abstract Submissions are Due March 17, 2025. Guiding the 2025 program is a newly formed committee lead by Donna Garren, Ph.D., Executive Vice President, Science & Policy, American Frozen Food Institute and Rick Biros, Content Director & Publisher, Food Safety Tech.
First Bird Flu Death in U.S. Reported in Louisiana
The news comes on the heels of a report that the patient had carried mutations that might help the virus infect people more easily.
