International Trade

Upcoming Lunch & Learn Webinar Discusses Foreign Supplier Verification Rule

In an effort to help the produce industry stay in compliance with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) newly implemented rule on Foreign Supplier Verification Programs (FSVP) for Importers, Western Growers will be hosting a webinar on July 10 to discuss the rule and answer any questions produce importers may have.

Sonia Salas Jun 13 2019 in International Trade

Canada No Longer Requiring a Proof of Origin Letter to Import of Romaine

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is no longer requiring a proof of origin letter be provided with each shipment of romaine and has also announced there are no restrictions on the import of romaine lettuce and salads containing romaine lettuce.

Matt McInerney Jan 22 2019 in International Trade

Input Needed for New Fresh Produce Labeling Regulation

The new fruit and vegetable labeling requirement in the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations will affect ALL consumer packaged items and significantly impact the fresh produce industry. The labeling requirement will come into effect January 2019, and Western Growers and the Canadian Produce Marketing Association need your input to demonstrate how significant of an impact this regulation will have on the industry.

Matt McInerney Nov 06 2018 in International Trade

Survey Request on Export Shipments to Canada

With the enactment of the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations, a new provision that requires labeling consumer prepackaged fresh fruits and vegetables with a lot number will be required.

The Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) has been in discussion with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) regarding the potential impacts to business, including U.S. exporters, on this new requirement.