Food Industry Regulatory Update – June 19, 2026

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FDA held a virtual public meeting on June 15, 2026, to discuss compliance flexibilities for FSMA Section 204 food traceability requirements, including potentially allowing a range of lot codes. The compliance deadline has been extended by Congress to July 28, 2028. FDA also issued warning letters to MGR Produce and YS Group for Foreign Supplier…

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