WASHINGTON, D.C. - With new proposed rules announced by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) under the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) in early January, several industry organizations have issued responses.
United Fresh has launched a rigorous and deliberate review process, involving the expertise of food safety experts and industry stakeholders, the organization announced.
“United Fresh is pleased that FDA has published the draft rules and look forward to working with all stakeholders to conduct a thorough review,” said Dr. David Gombas, senior vice president, food safety & technology. “We will work closely with members across the produce industry, leading food safety scientists, other stakeholders and the FDA to ensure the proposed rules are practical and effective for enhancing produce food safety.”
Bryan Silberman, president and CEO of Produce Marketing Association, issued a statement in response to the proposed rules.
"We're pleased to see the proposed rules released and are eager to review and assess them," he said. "Throughout the regulatory process, we've worked diligently with and will continue to inform key decision makers to help guide these regulations in a direction that will best serve public health and our industry's needs."
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