As announced at the AFDO AEC, a new group will work to adapt to changes in industry and discover pathways for greater food safety regarding Retail HACCP. The first Zoom call is July 11 at 11 a.m. ET. To receive the link, go to: https://ow.ly/JLrJ50Suf3o
About us
Promoting Public Health, Fostering Uniformity, and Establishing Partnerships since 1896. The Association of Food and Drug Officials (AFDO), established in 1896, successfully fosters uniformity in the adoption and enforcement of science-based food, drug, medical products, cosmetics and product safety laws, rules, and regulations.
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http://www.afdo.org
External link for Association of Food and Drug Officials
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- York, PA
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1896
- Specialties
- Food Safety, Training, Medical Device Safety, Body Art, and Food Regulation
Locations
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Primary
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2550 Kingston Road, Suite 311
York, PA 17402, US
Employees at Association of Food and Drug Officials
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Jennifer Pierquet, MPH, PMP
Change Leader I Project Manager I Process Improver I Instructor I Grant Writer
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Kellie P Isaac
Product Leader, Customer Experience, Innovation, Strategy, Executive - Information Technology
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Autumn Schuck
Food safety
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Steven Mandernach
Executive Director at Association of Food and Drug Officials
Updates
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The Association of Food and Drug Officials of the Southern States (AFDOSS) hosts its 2024 Annual Education conference in Gatlinburg, TN, September 8–11. The agenda features more produce safety-related content; all produce safety colleagues should attend. https://lnkd.in/gbVFccc5
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AFDO and the FoodSHIELD IT development staff are collecting proposals for new projects and enhancements related to the FoodSHIELD collaborative platform. Deadline is July 31. Acceptance notices go out in August. https://ow.ly/Tps950Sq8yn
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In 1924, the Standard Milk Ordinance was created to significantly reduce the risk for foodborne illness in dairy products. To observe the law's 100-year mark, the FDA has compiled resource materials about its milk safety program. https://ow.ly/r9ZG50Sq7MA
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The FDA and CDC are investigating illnesses associated with eating Diamond Shruumz-brand Chocolate Bars, Cones, and Gummies. Typically, these are sold at smoke/vape shops, legal CBD/THC shops, and other retail outlets nationwide. https://ow.ly/IGyW50Sq7qv
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Congratulations to our inaugural class: Erik Bungo Susan Anne Teegardin Invest in your career. Join these food safety credential holders today by visiting afdo.org/credentials.
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AFDO AEC attendees got an overview of the valuable work the organization has done this year. A video highlighting several of the dozens of AFDO projects for 2023–2024 is now available: https://ow.ly/TfKN50Sq64B
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Spending reductions following years of federal pandemic fund revenue are detailed in an analysis by The National Association of State Budget Officers. The largest reductions? In CA, FL, TX, and OH. Details are in the spring 2024 Fiscal Survey of States: https://ow.ly/iSlt50SmK5z
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The FDA has issued a warning to Dollar Tree, Inc., saying the company failed to adequately remove recalled WanaBana apple cinnamon fruit puree pouches from its shelves, months after the manufacturer’s voluntary recall. The letter: https://ow.ly/mVQO50SmKmy
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