The original Good Agricultural Practices Guide was developed as a joint project by members of the International Organisation of Spice Trade Associations (IOSTA). The ASTA Guide is based on that document, updated in 2016 to reflect U.S. regulations and issues specific to exporting to the U.S. Use of this GAP Guide will assist those in […]

Registration for the 2017 ASTA Check Sample Program is now open.  The ASTA Check Sample Program is open to both ASTA members and non-members worldwide. As an ASTA program, the usage of ASTA methods is required.  The deadline to participate in the full year (four quarters) is December 31, 2016.    

The ASTA FSMA Decision Tree is designed to assist ASTA members in evaluating their obligations under the five foundational FSMA rules that are likely apply to ASTA member operations: Preventive Controls in Human Food, the Produce Safety Rule, the Sanitary Food Transportation Rule, the Foreign Supplier Verification Program and the Intentional Adulteration rule. The decision […]

ASTA had 94 attend the workshop held on Wednesday, October 19, 2016 at the Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel in Arlington. FDA’s new Deputy Commissioner for Foods and Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Stephen Ostroff, spoke to attendees about the Agency’s priorities and future projects. Attendees are encouraged to submit their feedback on this program and presentations have been made available to […]

FSMA requires all domestic and foreign food facilities that manufacture, process, pack or hold food for consumption in the U.S. to renew their registrations with FDA. Re-registration of all food facilities with FDA is required every two years and opens on October 1, 2016. Please note that you will need to register this year by the […]

The parent company of ASTA member Olam Spices and Vegetables Ingredients has been named number 23 on Fortune’s Change the World list for its Olam Livelihood Charter. Change the World recognizes companies for making a positive social impact through activities that are part of their core business strategy.

For the latest installment of the ASTA/FEMA FSMA Web series focusing on Sanitary Transportation and Intentional Adulteration final rule, the recording is now available.

This white paper provides information on California Proposition 65 or “Prop 65”, as well as links to additional resources that may be helpful.

Now is a great time to advertise your business on ASTA’s website or in ASTA’s newsletters. Summer discounts include 15% off each quarterly purchase or the first month free on six months of ad space. Contact Meegan Kavanaugh at [email protected] or call (202) 331-2460 to take advantage of the summer sale and advertise with ASTA today.

First half payments for Active members and Associate annual dues invoices were mailed in June.  All invoices should be paid by July 31, 2016.  If you are the primary contact for your company membership and have not received an invoice, please contact Meegan Kavanaugh at [email protected] to have an invoice sent to you.