Food Safety & Regulatory

The new levies target dairy products such as milk, yoghurt, and butter, as well as eggs, sausages, and confectionery such as biscuits

The move follows the February 2022 infant formula shortage, sparked by contamination concerns at Abbott’s facility in Sturgis, Michigan

Cheeses must be produced from unpasteurized (raw) milk must undergo a curing process for a minimum of 60 days at temperatures no lower than 1.67 °C (35 °F) to inactivate bacterial pathogens

The agency hsa clarified that no product recalls have been issued in connection with the suspension

The program, seen as a cost-effective way to manage financial risks, has already attracted 368 dairy operations in Ohio