Regulatory Highlights NEW!
Standards and Labeling
Information on proposed updates to domestic Standards of Identity, and guidance regarding the labeling of dairy products. Includes details on labeling rules on food health claims, nutrition content, trans fat and food allergens. Also includes information on international (Codex)
dairy standards.
rbST, Cloning and Biotechnology
This page includes IDFA's position statements on rBST and cloning, and offers other general information on biotechnology issues.
Organics
Information regarding the processing of organic dairy products under the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Organic Program.
Food Safety and HACCP
Includes information on Allergens, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) Regulations, Listeria, NCIMS issues, Foot & Mouth Disease, BSE (mad cow disease) and the IDFA HACCP Certification Program.
Sustainability
IDFA is compiling a variety of resources for members to help them monitor and reduce their energy, water and chemical usage. This section is dedicated to sharing best practices in use by the industry and other helpful tips.
Pandemic Flu and Disaster Preparedness
IDFA offers comprehensive materials, including a white paper and several excellent links, to provide helpful guidance for businesses considering how to prepare for the potential of a serious influenza outbreak.
Biosecurity
Information on biosecurity for the U.S. dairy processing industry.
Animal Welfare
Information on dairy producer animal welfare practices and environmental stewardship.
Dairy Products in Schools
Information on state and national initiatives that have an impact on the role of dairy products in schools.
Member Alerts
Members-only information about urgent dairy issues, including regulatory developments.
Member Hotlines
IDFA's member Hotlines give detailed information on new regulatory activity. You must be an association member to view these communications.
Environmental Issues
Regulations from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) relevant to dairy foods companies, such as TRI and Nitrate Reporting.
Worker Safety
Regulations from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) relevant to dairy foods companies.
Dairy Equipment Standards
Information on equipment standards, particularly 3-A Sanitary Standards, in the dairy foods industry.
USDA Farm Service Agency's Notices to the Trades
USDA FSA Official Announcements to the Dairy Industry, including Bid Offers.
Training and Reference Materials
Order IDFA training and reference materials, such as labeling and compliance manuals, "Dairy Facts" book, HACCP materials, and other information.
USDA Grading/Standardization Program
U.S. grading standards for dry whole milk and various cheeses.
