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Canada plans to amend the MRLs of Halauxifen-methyl and MCPA in some foods

Foodmate News: 2020 July 23, Canadian Ministry of Health issued PMRL2020-10, PMRL2020-11 and PMRL2020-12 notice, Pest Management Board proposes to amend the maximum residue limit of Halauxifen-methyl and MCPA in some foods. The specific contents to be revised are as follows: It is understood that the review period for the draft is from July 23, 2020 to October 6, 2020. Please note: This article is translated based on Google web translation software, if there is an error, please contact us as soon as possible to correct. Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs has issued a list of animals and their products and other quarantine objects banned from countries/regions where animal epidemics are prevalent (updated on 6 July 2020)

  On July 24, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs issued a list of animals and their products and other quarantine objects banned from countries/regions where animal epidemics are prevalent (updated on July 6, 2020). The list mainly focuses on the African swine fever, foot-and-mouth disease, highly pathogenic avian influenza, brucellosis, equine meliosis, equine infectious anemia and foreign animal diseases such as bovine spongiform encephalopathy. animal products that imported from countries/regions where animal epidemics are prevalent are banned to enter China. Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net

Notice of the National Health Commission on the issuance of the constitution of the National Food Safety Risk Assessment Expert Committee

  Notice of the General Office of the National Health Commission on the issuance of the constitution of the National Food Safety Risk Assessment Expert Committee On July 24, the General Office of the National Health Commission issued a notice on the Constitution of the National Food Safety Risk Assessment Expert Committee, which stated that the responsibilities of the assessment committee included putting forward Suggestions on the national food safety risk monitoring plan, interpreting risk assessment and risk monitoring results, and carrying out risk communication in accordance with the law. 国家卫生健康委员会办公厅关于印发国家食品安全风险评估专家委员会章程的通知         7月24日，国家卫生健康委员会办公厅印发《国家食品安全风险评估专家委员会章程》的通知，内容涉及评估委员会的职责包括提出国家食品安全风险监测计划建议，解读风险评估、风险监测结果、依法开展风险交流等。 Please note: This article is translated based on Google web translation software, if there is an error, please contact us as soon as possible to correct. Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net

Overseas Agricultural Information Express (No. 139)

  On July 22, the International Cooperation Department of the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs released the Overseas Agricultural Information Express (No. 139). 1. The COVID-19 epidemic is causing the global food supply chain to face unprecedented uncertainty. On 16 July, OECD and FAO jointly issued the " 2020-2029 Agricultural Outlook”, pointed out that the impact of the epidemic on economic and social prospects interrupted by global agricultural production and food consumption. In the next ten years, supply will exceed demand growth, causing the actual prices of most commodities to remain at or below current levels. At the same time, the epidemic has reduced the disposable income of low-income countries and households and may further undermine food security. 2. Five United Nations agencies jointly issued the "World Food Security and Nutritional Status" report. The report pointed out that nearly 690 million people suffered from hunger in 2019, accounting for 8.9% of the global population. The COVID-19 epidemic will cause an increase number of hungry people from 83 million to 132 million in 2020. According to this trend, the number of hungry people in the world will exceed 840 million by 2030 . 3. 25 countries are at severe risk of hunger. The United Nations World Food Program and FAO jointly released the "Early Warning Analysis of Severe Food Insecure Hotspots" on the 17th , pointing out that due to the impact of the COVID-19 epidemic, by the end of this year, the number of people with severe food insecurity in the world may increase from 149 million to 270 million, the 25 countries at risk are mainly concentrated in Africa, and also include Afghanistan and Bangladesh in Asia, Iraq, Syria, Lebanon and Yemen in the Middle East, and some countries in Latin America and the Caribbean. 4. Climatic conditions may cause a large number of locusts to flood into Brazil. Windy weather in the next few days may bring a large number of locusts in northern Argentina into Brazil, endangering winter crops in southern Brazil. Large areas of locusts are currently about 100 kilometers from Rio Grande do Sul, the southernmost state of Brazil. If they enter Brazil, they will affect the state’s wheat, rape, barley and natural vegetation. 5. The US government's direct agricultural subsidies will reach a record $ 33 billion this year. The largest number of subsidies comes from temporary projects, such as the US Department of Agriculture's $ 16 billion COVID-19 relief project, which is expected to end in the next few months. Additional aid for agriculture may be included in the new COVID-19 aid bill later this month. 6. The joint venture between Myanmar and Singapore is 115 million US dollars to develop shrimp farming. The project covers an area of 530 acres, with Singapore companies accounting for 70% and Myanmar companies accounting for 30%. It will provide more than 1,000 jobs. It is reported that the Myanmar government allows foreign businessmen to carry out sole proprietorship in the aquaculture field, attracting about US$ 800 million in foreign investment in feed and aquaculture from 16 countries (regions). 7. India's autumn bean planting area increased by 32%, which is expected to be self-sufficient. Until 16 July, the Indian autumn sowing legumes area 816 million hectares, over one-third last year. India bean production this year is expected to 2560 million tons, All India needs 2500-2600 tons of beans Indian official said this year is expected to achieve self-sufficiency. 8. Egypt increases wheat reserves. Egypt’s wheat storage capacity has increased from 3.6 million tons at the end of 2019 to more than 4 million tons. As the world's largest wheat importer, Egypt has been trying to increase production capacity by building more granaries in recent years. According to a recent report from the United States Department of Agriculture, Egypt consumes about 20 million tons of wheat each year and imports about 12 million tons of wheat. 9. Japan's heavy rains caused agricultural losses to 64.96 billion yen. Since 3 July, torrential rain has caused a large area of water conservation affecting Japan's 40 prefectures agriculture, forestry, livestock. According to statistics from the Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources, as of the 21 July, heavy rains have caused 64.96 billion yen in losses to the agriculture, forestry, animal husbandry and aquaculture industries in the affected areas. 10. Italy provides 110 million euros in direct aid funds for the fishing, aquaculture and animal husbandry industries. Italy will provide for the fisheries and aquaculture 2 ten million euros of direct aid resolution , which is a marine fishing industry with 1500 Wan euros; to provide for the aquaculture 3.5 million euro, provide for the inland fishing industry 1.5 million euro. Provided 90 million euros of direct assistance funds for the livestock industry, of which 65 million euros were used for the breeding industry; 25 million euros were specifically used to support the veal industry and the protection of origin ham product industry. 11. Mexico established the Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture. Mexico established the Commission for Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (GRFA) under the Ministry of Agriculture to promote, protect and manage the sustainable use and fair distribution of food genetic resources. Through the coordination of this department, the evaluation of genetic resources is carried out to promote national agriculture, aquaculture and fishery production, realize food security, and realize the basic right to ensure adequate nutrition and high-quality food. Recommend article: Overseas Agricultural Information Express (No. 129) Overseas Agricultural Information Express (No. 130) Overseas Agricultural Information Express (No. 131) Overseas Agricultural Information Express (No. 132) Overseas Agricultural Information Express (No. 133) Overseas Agricultural Information Express (No. 134) Overseas Agricultural Information Express (No. 135) Overseas Agricultural Information Express (No. 136) Overseas Agricultural Information Express (No. 137) Overseas Agricultural Information Express (No. 138) Please note: This article is translated based on Google web translation software, if there is an error, please contact us as soon as possible to correct. 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The US EPA approved the use of UPL herbicide INTERLINE to extend the label to "crops containing glufosinate-resistant traits"

  Recently, EPA approved UPL to replace the label language of INTERLINE herbicides in "Libertylink system" (Glufosinate-resistant genetically modified crops) to be used in all systems that contain "Glufosinate-resistant traits" (Glufosinate-resistant genetically modified crops). Tom Mudd, marketing manager for UPL corn and soybean herbicides, said: "This change allows INTERLINE herbicides to be used not only on glufosinate-resistant crops, but also on crops that contain glufosinate-resistant traits. At present, farmers need to have something worthwhile. Reliable products to achieve production goals more flexibly." INTERLINE is now approved for use in Enlist E3 soybeans and Libertylink-GT27 soybeans. The new label will provide growers with more choices so that these crop growers can obtain products that meet EPA's herbicide requirements and help retailers manage inventory for their grower customers. "With the continuous development of the industry, UPL continues to provide unique product solutions for American growers. By expanding the scope of trademark registration, INTERLINE herbicides can be used on a larger area of American field crops for the convenience of growers." Mudd added Say. The updated label guides the application of INTERLINE in the control of weeds in a variety of crops, including soybeans, cotton, corn, canola, and sugar beets. This revised version of the label has been approved by many important agricultural production states located in the plateau region. Please note: This article is translated based on Google web translation software, if there is an error, please contact us as soon as possible to correct. Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net

New Zealand plans to amend the maximum residue limits of agricultural compounds

  On July 21, 2020, the New Zealand Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI) released the revised draft of the "New Zealand Food Bulletin (Maximum Residue Limits of Agricultural Compounds)". It plans to add or revise the maximum residue limits of 10 agricultural compounds. The period for comment is until September 2020. On the 20th. Part of the revised content is as follows: Note: "*" in the table indicates that the MRL is set at or close to the limit of analytical quantification For more details, see: https://www.mpi.govt.nz/news-and-resources/consultations/proposals-to-amend-the-new-zealand-maximum-residue-levels-for-agricultural-compounds-food -notice-3/ Please note: This article is translated based on Google web translation software, if there is an error, please contact us as soon as possible to correct. Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net

Germany intends to promote the implementation of new regulations on the labeling of origin of honey within the EU

  On July 14, 2020, the German Bundestag published document BT-Drs 19/21069, requesting the Federal Government to promote the establishment of new regulations for the identification of origin of honey within the EU. At present, the labeling method of the origin of honey sold and circulating in the EU market is usually "produced in EU countries" or "produced in non-EU countries". Such labeling methods are not conducive to consumers to fully understand product information, and also prevents local honey to compete with imported products. Therefore, the German Bundestag requires the government to promote the implementation of more precise and accurate honey origin marking regulations within the EU. The document also requires the federal government to pay full attention to imported honey, especially the import status, product quality and product safety status of honey from China (including nectar plants, drug residues, allergens, etc.). Please note: This article is translated based on Google web translation software, if there is an error, please contact us as soon as possible to correct. Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net

Mexico releases draft conformity assessment procedure for tequila

  On July 21, 2020, the Mexico Official Gazette website published the "Conformity Assessment Procedure for Tequila (Draft)". The draft stipulates the procedures for the official competent authority to conduct conformity assessment of tequila products and the entire production and process of authorized manufacturers to verify whether tequila products meet the Mexican official standard NOM-006-SCFI-2012 " Alcoholic Beverages-Tequila Specification”. The main contents include: terms and definitions, inspection content and requirements for authorized production and processing enterprises (including filling enterprises), product sampling and testing procedures, issuance, suspension and cancellation of qualified certificates after verification, and issuance of export tequila hygiene certificates that meet the conditions and application procedures. The feedback period for the draft is 60 days from the date of the official announcement. For more details see: http://www.dof.gob.mx/nota_detalle.php?codigo=5596985&fecha=21/07/2020 Please note: This article is translated based on Google web translation software, if there is an error, please contact us as soon as possible to correct. Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net

Denmark intends to revise food safety and hygiene regulations

  On July 17, 2020, the Danish Public Legislation Consultation website issued a consultation document to solicit opinions on the revision of the Food Safety and Hygiene Code. Some of the contents of this revision include: 1. Revise the requirements for water for primary production and processing. 2. Revise the requirements for the cleaning and disinfection of food production and processing sites and the personal hygiene of the producers. 3. Supplement the provisions on the secondary heat treatment of food. 4. Revise the definition of "further processed meat products" and add regulations on hygiene and country of origin identification on product labels. 5. Update the regulations on raw meat segmentation, transportation, slaughter and pre-freezing treatment, and add process hygiene standards for microorganisms. The feedback period for this amendment is until August 21, 2020. For more details, see: https://prodstoragehoeringspo.blob.core.windows.net/6a75c327-7541-4763-87ad-1adde644108a/H%C3%B8ringsbrev%20-%20hygiejnevejledningen.pdf Please note: This article is translated based on Google web translation software, if there is an error, please contact us as soon as possible to correct. Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net

South Korea released a draft of partial amendments to the Food Sanitation Law, and collective canteens must use safe and high-quality food materials

  Foodmate News: On July 22, South Korean congressmen proposed a draft of partial amendments to the Food Sanitation Law. South Korean congressmen stated: “The South Korean “School Meal Law” specifies the quality management standards for school food. However, hospitals, social welfare facilities and other collective canteens do not have provisions on food quality management in the law. Users of social welfare facilities and social welfare facilities may cause fatal injuries, so management should be strengthened." In this regard, this revised draft stipulates that the collective canteen shall use safe and high-quality food materials in accordance with the food material quality management standards stipulated by the Prime Minister’s Decree. Please note: This article is translated based on Google web translation software, if there is an error, please contact us as soon as possible to correct. Business Division of Food Safety and Regulatory Compliance of Global Foodmate provides food standards & regulations research, labelling compliance consulting/Chinese label design, industry public opinion monitoring and analysis, registration services (of Infant formula, FSMP, Health food, Novel Food Ingredients, Novel Food Additives, New Varieties of Food-Related Products and Overseas manufacturers of imported food) and other comprehensive food safety solutions for domestic and overseas enterprises and institutions in food industry.  Please feel free to contact us: +86 10 68869850, E-mail: global_info@foodmate.net