Codex Office Seeks Input on Global Food Safety Rules
Published Date: 5/21/2026
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Summary
The U.S. Codex Office is sharing updates on international food safety and plant health rules being worked on from May 2025 to June 2026. They want everyone—farmers, food makers, and consumers—to share their thoughts on these rules to help keep food safe and trade fair. Comments are open now, so don’t miss your chance to weigh in before the deadline!
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