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Topics and speakers announced for Petfood Forum 2013

More than 20 topics and speakers have been confirmed for Petfood Forum 2013, scheduled for April 15-17 at the Renaissance Schaumburg near Chicago, Illinois, USA. Starting with the opening keynote speaker, Kerri Morgan, a Paralympian who won two bronze medals at the London 2012 games, the current line-up of topics and speakers includes sessions on petfood and nanotechnology, emerging petfood markets such as Brazil and China, an update on new regulations from the Food Safety Modernization Act and nutritional management of cognitive dysfunction in dogs.

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Petfood labeling, petfood safety webinars to be hosted in December

On December 11, WATT/Petfood Industry will broadcast a webinar on petfood safety, sponsored by Extru-Tech Inc. The webinar, called “FSMA is coming tomorrow – what you need to do today” will start at 9 a.m. CT.

How to sample and test for aflatoxin in petfood ingredients

Aflatoxin, a potentially dangerous mycotoxin, has been an increasing concern for manufacturers and suppliers of petfood ingredients such as corn, as well as petfood manufacturers who use those ingredients in their product formulations. The severe drought in the US Midwest this past summer has only heightened that concern and the risk of aflatoxin contamination.

FOSS donates analyzers to Kansas State Department of Grain Science

FOSS has donated two near infrared analyzers to Kansas State University's Department of Grain Science and Industry for use in classroom teaching and research. One of the machines, the Profoss in-line flour analyzer, is installed in the Hal Ross Flour Mill on the University's Grain Science Innovation Campus.

Chicken jerky treats linked to deaths of 360 dogs, 1 cat

Over the past 18 months, federal health officials have said claims of illnesses linked to chicken jerky treats imported from China have now reached more than 2,200, including reports that at least 360 dogs and one cat have reportedly died after eating the treats. The Food and Drug Administration released a few hundred complaints that were received by its District Consumer Complaint Coordinators between January 1, 2007, and July 2, 2012.

Recall: Charlee Bear Products' Protein Crunch Bar dog treats

Charlee Bear Products is recalling certain lots of its Protein Crunch Bar dog treat products because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. The following products are being recalled and were distributed throughout the US in September and October:

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Validation of extrusion as killing step for E. faecium

Outbreaks of Salmonellosis and recalls of low-moisture foods including extruded products highlight the need for the food and feed industries to validate their extrusion processes to ensure the destruction of pathogenic microorganisms.

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US election outcomes could affect petfood safety, labeling

When I was in Shanghai, China, a few weeks ago for Petfood Forum China and Pet Fair Asia, I was somewhat surprised by the number of people who asked about the US presidential election on November 6. I suppose I underestimated how integrated China is becoming into the global economy and political scene, and how much news from outside the country reaches its citizens despite government censorship and blocking of certain media.

Wildwood Seed & Specialties recalls bird, small animal foods

Wildwood Seed & Specialties is recalling a limited supply of its Sleek and Sassy brand bird and small animal foods that contain raw in-shell peanuts. These products contain peanut ingredients recalled by Sunland Inc., which have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

Council of Agriculture promotes petfood bill in Taiwan

The Council of Agriculture recently promoted its petfood bill at the Legislative Yuan public hearing, stressing that Taiwan lacks comprehensive laws to regulate the local petfood industry. First introduced in March and currently under review, the proposed “Pet Food Safety Management Act” would require commercial petfood manufacturers to provide ingredients labeling and comply with residue levels for harmful substances.

Wenger Manufacturing to host petfood safety seminar

Corporate Project Services, a division of Wenger Manufacturing, will host a food safety seminar focusing on petfood processing, February 26 through March 1. A group of industry professionals will share food safety information as it applies directly to each step of the petfood production process, from plant design to sourcing raw materials, production, sanitation and packaging.

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DuPont offers tool to measure impact of changing food prices

DuPont has enhanced its Global Food Security Index, which captures the impact of changes in global food prices at a national level where price fluctuations are felt most directly. Developed by the Economist Intelligence Unit, the Price Adjustment Factor tool measures the impact of changing food prices and income growth over time, in an effort to better understand the root causes of hunger.

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