by Cathy Alinovi | Mar 14, 2025 | AAFCO, Latest News
As concerns grow regarding H5N1, the avian influenza strain reportedly affecting cats and food sources, the NGPFMA is committed to providing a comprehensive summary of the data currently available. The H5N1 strain has been present in North America since 2021, with...
by Cathy Alinovi | Jan 24, 2025 | AAFCO, Latest News
While on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 the FDA was ordered to leave the AAFCO meeting, apparently for some field supervisors in the FDA, inspections are considered “business as usual” and inspections are being scheduled. . Therefore, on Thursday, January 23, 2025,...
by Cathy Alinovi | Jan 23, 2025 | AAFCO, AAFCO Meetings, Latest News
Day two of the 2025 AAFCO midyear meeting in scenic, yet cold, Little Rock, Arkansas ended with a tremendous surprise: the FDA went home. The FDA was ordered by the chief of the brand new presidential administration to stop issuing policy, stop participating in...
by Cathy Alinovi | Jan 4, 2025 | AAFCO, Latest News
Based on previous posts, it should be apparent to the reader that there’s some controversy behind the current situation with HPAI bird flu. But let’s look at where we can reduce panic from the pet owner, while still protecting their pets, especially cats who are...
by Cathy Alinovi | Jan 1, 2025 | AAFCO, Latest News
When should a recall NEVER happen? . Short answer: When the ONLY so-called proof is found in an opened/contaminated bag of food. . “Proof” can only really be proof, when an UNopened UNcontaminated bag of food verifies the initial finding, and ONLY when that...
by Cathy Alinovi | Dec 29, 2024 | AAFCO, Latest News
Understanding HPAI and Food SafetyHighly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) has just catapulted into being a serious concern in the food industry, particularly for poultry products. To understand the safety measures implemented against HPAI, it’s crucial to first grasp...
