USDA FSIS Constituent Update: Dr. Mindy Brashears Guest on Secretary Perdue’s Podcast

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Dr. Mindy Brashears Guest on Secretary Perdue’s Podcast

This week’s episode of USDA Secretary Sonny Perdue’s podcast, The Sonnyside of the Farm, features Under Secretary for Food Safety Mindy Brashears speaking with Secretary Perdue and FDA’s Frank Yiannas about the safety of America’s food amidst the coronavirus pandemic.

FSIS Sponsored Study Published in Journal of Food Protection

The Journal of Food Protection recently published “An Observational Study of Thermometer Use by Consumers When Preparing Ground Turkey Patties” in their July 2020 issue. 

Establishment-Specific Datasets Now Available

FSIS has posted the quarterly updates to the establishment-specific datasets on the FSIS website.

FSIS Extends Deadline for Temporary Allowances for Labels Going to Retail

FSIS recognizes the ongoing challenges industry and retailers are facing with the labeling and redirection of products for distribution for retail sale.

FSIS to Post Updated Dataset on Import Refusals

On July 15, 2020, FSIS will update the publicly posted dataset on import refusals for products that the agency regulates.