On Friday, July 26, 2024, at 11 a.m. ET, ASTA will host this webinar, which will offer a deep dive into the FDA’s guidance on food allergens and share insight into the FDA’s expectations for allergen management programs, including label content and controls, supplier verification activities, advisory allergen labeling, and […]
On Thursday, June 27, 2024, at 11 a.m. ET, ASTA will host this webinar on the recent outbreak and recalls linked to adulterated cinnamon in applesauce products. FDA plans to ramp up Foreign Supplier Verification Programs (FSVP) inspections. Under the FSVP rule, importers must verify that food is produced in […]
The 52nd Annual Session and Meetings of the International Pepper Community and International Spice Exhibition (52ND IPC ASM ISE) will be held in Colombo, Sri Lanka, from November 18-21, 2024. This year’s exhibition aims to promote sustainability and prosperity in the global pepper industry. IPC is a valued ASTA partner organization and ASTA’s Executive Director […]
ASTA presented this webinar on Thursday, April 4 to provide a summary of the final rule and discussion on its implications for spice companies using EtO. This webinar is now available for ASTA members.
This webinar with Luis M. Martinez, Vice President of the ICDR and ASTA counsel Sam Zimmerman of Hogan Lovells provided an update on the ICDR Rules and Process. The recording is now available to ASTA members. click here.
The American Spice Trade Association (ASTA) submitted comments today to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requesting the agency include spices under its definition of “healthy” foods. To view the full press release, click here. To view comments submitted, click here. For media inquiries, please contact Laura Shumow, Executive Director at [email protected].
The Crop Reports are offered as an exclusive ASTA member benefit at no cost. Recording from February’s broadcast are now available in the Crop Reports Archive. To volunteer as a presenter for a future crop report or for sponsorship opportunities for these events, click here.
ASTA had a great Regulatory Workshop in Washington, DC! The workshop was offered in person and as a virtual live-streamed event. Look for highlights of the workshop, receptions and member messaging workshop in FYI ASTA and LinkedIn. Attendees, please don’t forget to complete your survey – we want to know how we can make the […]
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When: July 19 at 10 am ET July will include crop updates on Mediterranean herbs, seeds & spices (basil, parsley, anise, cumin, oregano, sage, etc.), US garlic and onion from trade experts. Also included is a presentation from Shawn Marie Jarosz, Founder & Chief Trade Strategist with TradeMoves LLC, who will address the myriad of […]
