The news section provides a constant update on activities of CIAA and its members and concerns. Check this section for the latest developments on issues important to our members and other reports on important news.
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10-20-2021
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CIAA Virtual Member Meeting
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10-15-2021
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CIAA Virtual Member Meeting
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09-15-2021
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Biden Administration Announces Nomination of Trade Association Advocate
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09-07-2021
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FAS Announces Adjustment of Appendices to the Dairy Tariff-Rate Import Quota Licensing Regulation
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08-24-2021
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DAIRY TARIFF-RATE QUOTA IMPORT LICENSING - PROGRAM INFORMATION
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"Imported Cheese 101" Education Seminar Video Now Available
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08-20-2021
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Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021 Introduced in Congress
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08-17-2021
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Yearbook Advertising Contract
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07-08-2021
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USTR Announces Changes to Cheese TRQs To Account for Brexit
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07-07-2021
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Update on ATLAS Issues
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06-21-2021
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Update on ATLAS Functionality
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06-15-2021
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US and EU Agree to Suspend Large Civil Aircraft Dispute Tariffs for Five Years
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CIAA and EDA Call for End to LCA and a Solution to the Tariff Dispute
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06-11-2021
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Issues with Use of Globalized License when Completing CBP Entries
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U.S. and EU Leaders to Meet in Brussels, Discuss Trade
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06-03-2021
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ATLAS Not Reflecting Individual Entries
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05-27-2021
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"Imported Cheese 101" Education Seminar
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05-25-2021
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EU Commits to Resolve Large Civil Aircraft Dispute by July 10
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05-17-2021
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U.S. and EU Reaffirm Commitment to Resolve Large Civil Aircraft Dispute
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05-14-2021
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USDA Delays Launch of ATLAS until May 26, 2021
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USDA Provides Additional Resources for ATLAS Launch
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05-11-2021
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New Industry Portal for Responding to FDA FSVP Records Requests
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04-29-2021
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DAIRIES System Conversion to ATLAS Delayed until May 14, 2021
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04-27-2021
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USDA to Replace DAIRIES System with ATLAS on May 1, 2021
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04-09-2021
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Save the Date!
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03-31-2021
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FDA Extends Flexibility for Unique Facility Identifier Requirement for Food Facility Registration
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03-26-2021
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EU Responds to Joint Letter from CIAA and EDA Calling for End of Section 301 Tariffs
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EUROPEAN COMMISSION
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EUROPEAN COMMISSION
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03-25-2021
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Reminder: Payments for 2021 Dairy Import Licenses Due March 31, 2021
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03-17-2021
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Katherine Tai Confirmed as U.S. Trade Representative
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03-11-2021
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U.S. Announces March 11 Effective Date for Temporary Large Civil Aircraft Dispute Tariff Suspension
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03-09-2021
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USDA Resolves Issues with DAIRIES System that Impacted Third Issuance and Payment
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U.S. and EU Agree to Post-Brexit TRQ Split
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03-08-2021
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U.S. and EU Agree to Temporary Large Civil Aircraft Dispute Tariff Suspension
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03-05-2021
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USDA Working Through IT Fixes Impacting Third Issuance and License Payment System
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03-04-2021
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US Temporarily Suspends Large Civil Aircraft Tariffs on Goods from the UK
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Summary of Katherine Tai Nomination Hearing February 25, 2021
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03-02-2021
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CIAA Submits Comments to FDA Requesting Changes to Food Traceability Rule
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FDA to Sample Imported and Domestic Cheeses for Pathogenic Bacteria
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Katherine Tai Pressed at Confirmation Hearing to Resolve Large Civil Aircraft Dispute
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02-23-2021
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Comments by Cheese Importers Association of America
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02-12-2021
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USTR Announces No Changes to Large Civil Aircraft Dispute Tariffs
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02-08-2021
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USTR Notice on 2021 Tariff-Rate Quotas for Exports from the United Kingdom
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01-29-2021
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Information Request: Shipping Delays
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01-25-2021
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CDC to Host Briefing for Food and Agriculture Industry on Vaccine Implementation
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01-13-2021
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CIAA and EDA Call for End to LCA and a Solution to the Tariff Dispute
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12-11-2020
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President-Elect Biden Announces Key Political Appointees for Cheese Importers
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11-16-2020
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Washington Update - November 10 Member Meeting
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President's Report - November 10 Member Meeting
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Dairy Import Licensing Program Update
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11-04-2020
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Application of UK Licenses for 2021 Dairy Import Licensing Program
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10-28-2020
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CIAA Fall Virtual Member Meeting
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10-23-2020
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FAS Announces Adjustment of Appendices to the Dairy Tariff-Rate Import
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WTO Rules That EU Can Impose $4 Billion in Tariffs on U.S. Imports
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WTO BOEING DISPUTE: LIST OF PRODUCTS ORIGINATING IN US CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL DUTIES
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10-16-2020
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CIAA Fall Virtual Member Meeting
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10-13-2020
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FAS Announces Dairy Import Licensing Fee for 2021
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10-02-2020
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CIAA and EDA Leaders Meet to Discuss Priority Issues
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10-01-2020
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CIAA Summer Internship Program
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The World Center Kitchen
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09-30-2020
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World Central Kitchen September Update
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09-28-2020
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CIAA MEMBER BULLETIN: FDA Proposes Additional Traceability Requirements for Certain Foods, Includi
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09-15-2020
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Save the Date: CIAA Virtual Member Meeting
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Application of UK Licenses for 2021 Dairy Import Licensing Program
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USDA’s Proposed Rules on Organic Enforcement
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FDA Finalizes Rule Related to Gluten-Free Labeling for Foods
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Rep. Gallagher Requests that Sec. Perdue Address Section 6.25(b)
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Lori Tortora Appointed as New Head of Import Programs at USDA
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08-13-2020
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USTR Announces Changes to Section 301 Large Civil Aircraft Duties, Impacts Certain Cheeses
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08-12-2020
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Members of Congress Send Letters to Ambassador Lighthizer Calling for End of Section 301 Tariffs
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08-07-2020
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CIAA Donates to COVID Relief Efforts
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07-29-2020
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Action Alert - Ask your Representative to Support Letter Requesting to Remove Food and Drink
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07-27-2020
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Airbus Takes Final Step to End Long Standing WTO Dispute and US Tariffs
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Airbus Takes Final Step to End Long Standing WTO Dispute and US Tariffs
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Comments by CIAA-Review of Action: Enforcement of U.S. WTO Rights in Large Civil Aircraft Dispute
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07-23-2020
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Reminder - Section 301 Large Civil Aircraft Comments Due by July 26, 2020
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07-13-2020
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USTR Announces Additional Duties on Cosmetics and Handbags from France
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06-24-2020
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USTR Opens Online Portal to Solicit Input on Products to Carousel, Duty Rate in Large Civil Aircraft
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ANNEX I Products Currently Subject to Additional Duties in the Investigation
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06-22-2020
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Template: Draft letter for member of Congress on Section 6.25(b)
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06-18-2020
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THE CASE FOR THE ELMIMINATION OF REQUIREMENTS TO SURRENDER HISTORICAL CHEESE IMPORT LICENSES UNDER S
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06-15-2020
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Follow-Up Request for Information: Impact of Section 6.25(b) on Your Company
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06-05-2020
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USTR Initiates Section 301 Digital Services Tax Investigations Covering the European Union and Sever
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05-07-2020
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Becky Rasdall to Temporarily Oversee Dairy Import Licensing Program
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04-23-2020
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U.S. Treasury Department and U.S. Customs and Border Protection Announce 90-Day Duty Postponement du
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Paycheck Protection Program
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04-09-2020
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FDA Updates Recommendations on Social Distancing and Use of PPE for Food Companies
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FDA to Conduct Remote FSVP Inspections during COVID-19 Public Health Emergency
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03-30-2020
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CIAA Congressional Action Alert
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Customs Changes Course: No Longer Accepting Requests to Defer Duty Payments
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03-27-2020
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FDA Announces Flexibility on Nutrition Labeling for Foodservice Products Diverted to Retail, Extends
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03-23-2020
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Customs Providing Immediate Short-Term Duty Deferrals to Approved Importers
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03-20-2020
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CIAA Congressional Action Alert - COVID-19
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03-19-2020
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FDA Issues Temporary Policy for Food Importers in Light of COVID-19 Outbreak
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03-18-2020
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CIAA Dinner Dance and Membership Meeting: Cancelled
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03-17-2020
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COVID-19 Update
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02-24-2020
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FDA Is Now Accepting VQIP Applications
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FDA Issues Two New Warning Letters to Importers for FSMA Violations
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02-20-2020
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CIAA Members Quoted in Hill Article
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02-18-2020
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USTR Announces Minor Changes to Section 301 Large Civil Aircraft Duties
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01-29-2020
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Action Needed: Ask Your Congressperson to cosponsor the FAIR TARIFF Act
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FAIR TARIFF Act
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01-03-2020
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Reminder - Comment Period on Section 301 Tariffs Ending Soon
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12-16-2019
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CIAA Requests EU Dairy Community to Stop Policies that Restrict the Use of Common Cheese Names
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Letter to European Dairy Community Re: Common Cheese Names
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12-09-2019
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USTR Seeks Input on Products to Carousel, Duty Rate in Large Civil Aircraft Tariff Action
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12-05-2019
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USTR Threatens French Cheese with Additional Duties
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11-27-2019
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DAIRIES Not Reflecting Entries Subject to Additional 301 Duties
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11-21-2019
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Fancy Food Show Reception Invitation
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10-10-2019
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FDA Publishes List of Required FSVP Records
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10-09-2019
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Bulletin - USTR Published Final List of Goods Subject to Additional Duties in the Federal Register
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10-04-2019
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U.S. Trade Representative Announces EU Goods Subject to Additional Duties
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10-03-2019
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EU Large Civil Aircraft Final Product List
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09-11-2019
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CIAA Leadership Meets with Officials in Washington
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Cheese and Butter Letter to USTR on WTO Import Duties
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08-19-2019
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FDA Releases Guidance on Convert Units of Measure for Certain Nutrients on Nutrition and Supplement
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08-15-2019
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FDA Issues First Warning Letter under FSVP Regulations
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08-09-2019
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FAS Announces Adjustment of Appendices to the Dairy Tariff-Rate Import Quota Licensing Regulation an
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08-08-2019
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At Public Hearing CIAA Opposes Additional Tariffs on Cheeses Imported From the EU
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08-05-2019
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U.S. Trade Representative Proposal to Impose Additional Duties on Cheeses Imported From The EU
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07-26-2019
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FDA Announces Re-inspection and VQIP FY 2020 Fees
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07-23-2019
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CIAA Yearbook Advertising Information
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07-15-2019
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USTR Proposes Additional Products Including More Cheeses for Tariff Countermeasures
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06-20-2019
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CIAA Meets with USTR and USDA
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06-12-2019
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Ralph Hoffman Appointed to Agricultural Technical Advisory Committee for Processed Foods
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics April 2019
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05-30-2019
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FAS Announces 2019 Quantity-Based Safeguard Trigger Levels
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05-16-2019
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Section 301 Airbus Hearing Concluded Multiple Food Importers Oppose Any Additional Tariffs
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05-14-2019
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics March 2019
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CIAA Members Urged to Submit Comments to USTR Regarding Proposed Tariff Increases on Many EU Cheeses
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04-19-2019
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ITC Submits USMCA Report to Congress
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04-18-2019
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Please Be Sure Your Assessments Are Designated to CIAA
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04-17-2019
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics February 2019
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04-12-2019
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USTR Announces May 15 Public Hearing on Increasing Duties for Many European Cheeses
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04-10-2019
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USTR to Seek Comments on Increasing Duties for Many European Cheeses
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04-03-2019
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Announcement of CBP Withdrawal of Tariff Reclassification
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03-27-2019
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January 2019
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EU Officials Suggest Agreement in Principle on Importation of Certain US Beef
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03-06-2019
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics December
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics November
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12-18-2018
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What to Do If You Are Concerned About a Government Shutdown
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12-06-2018
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Fancy Food Show Reception Invitation
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics October
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11-21-2018
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Standards of Identity Comments
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11-06-2018
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Agricultural Technical Advisory Committee for Trade in Processed Foods Issues Addendum to its Report
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11-02-2018
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics September 2018
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11-01-2018
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CIAA Submits Comments in Opposition to CBP Plans to Revoke Some Previous Rulings
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Pecorino CBP Comment Letter
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CIAA CBP Supporting Materials
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10-05-2018
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics August 2018
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10-04-2018
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Time to Renew Food Facility Biennial Registration with FDA
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09-28-2018
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FDA Seeks Comments on Use of the Names of Dairy Foods
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09-27-2018
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FDA Issues New Draft Guidance Providing for Disclosure of Retail Information
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09-11-2018
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics July 2018
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08-27-2018
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FAS Announces 2019 License Fees and Volumes
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08-03-2018
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics June 2018
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07-26-2018
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FAS Announces its Intent to Use Pre-2018 Lottery License Practices
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07-09-2018
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics May 2018
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07-03-2018
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FAS Announces 2018 Quantity-Based Safeguard Trigger Levels
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06-27-2018
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Administration's Reorganization Plan Proposes to Move FDA Food Safety Responsibilities to USDA
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06-21-2018
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics April 2018
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05-30-2018
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Content Needed for "I Love Imported Cheese" Website
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05-23-2018
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CIAA would like to invite you and your friends and colleagues to get social with us!
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05-17-2018
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FDA Data Dashboard Updated to Help Importers and Manufacturers/Processors Meet FSMA Requirements
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05-15-2018
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Bruce Summers Appointed as AMS Administrator
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05-11-2018
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CIAA Membership Meeting Provides Important Information
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USDA's Dairy Import Licensing Program Presentation
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Food Facility Registration Presentation
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05-07-2018
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics March 2018
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04-19-2018
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Secretary Perdue Announces Key USDA Appointments
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04-18-2018
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CIAA Meets with the European Dairy Association
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04-06-2018
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Nomination Of Directors
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics February 2018
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04-04-2018
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GSP Restored Through 2020
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03-30-2018
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FDA Kicks Off Nutrition Innovation Strategy
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03-12-2018
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January 2018
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics December 2017
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03-05-2018
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Senate Confirms Gregory Doud and Dennis Shea for Key USTR Posts
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02-16-2018
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CIAA Trade Policy Statement
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Food Facility Registration Renewal
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01-25-2018
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FDA Issues Several FSMA Guidance Documents
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01-23-2018
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FDA Issues Draft Guidance Regarding Recalled Products
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01-18-2018
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What to Expect If There Is a Federal Government Shutdown
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01-11-2018
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics November 2017
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01-03-2018
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Winter Fancy Food Show Reception Invitation
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CIAA Winter Fancy Food Show Receptoin
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12-19-2017
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Announcing "I Love Imported Cheese" Campaign
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12-12-2017
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FDA Publishes Draft Guidance on "Refusal of Inspection by a Foreign Food Establishment
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12-05-2017
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Department of Commerce, Import Statistics
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics September 2017
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11-03-2017
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QIP MARKETING PROGRAM
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10-30-2017
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Reminder: License Applicants Need to Submit 7501s for Unlicensed Qualifying Entries by November 2
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10-02-2017
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Save the Date! CIAA Member Meeting Friday, October 27th
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09-27-2017
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FAS Extends Deadline for License Holders Impacted by Recent Hurricanes
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09-13-2017
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FAS Announces License Fee for the 2018 Tariff-Rate Quota Year
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CIAA Recommends the Elimination of 6.25(b)
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09-12-2017
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6 25(b) Regulatory Reform comments
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09-08-2017
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics July 2017
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08-30-2017
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FDA Launches Food Safety Plan Builder to Help Businesses Comply with FSMA Requirements
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08-24-2017
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FDA Launches Food Safety Plan Builder to Help Businesses Comply with FSMA Requirements
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08-11-2017
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics June 2017
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07-21-2017
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President Trump Names Ted McKinney USDA Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs
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07-17-2017
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Announcing "I Love Cheese" Campaign and Member Involvement
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07-10-2017
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics May 2017
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06-21-2017
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FAS Announces 2017 Quantity-Based Safeguard Trigger Levels
FAS Announces 2017 Quantity-Based Safeguard Trigger Levels
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06-19-2017
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics April 2017
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06-16-2017
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CIAA Submits Comments to USTR Regarding NAFTA Renegotiations
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05-26-2017
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Important Information from FDA Regarding the Foreign Supplier Verification Programs (FSVP) Rule
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USDA, FDA FY 2018 Budgets Sent to Congress
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05-12-2017
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USDA Secretary Perdue Announces USDA Reorganization
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05-08-2017
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics March 2017
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05-02-2017
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Revised bulletin from May 1, 2017
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Am I a FSVP importer flow chart
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04-27-2017
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Tax Plan does not include Border Adjustment Tax
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2017 Tax Reform for Economic Growth and American Jobs
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04-26-2017
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Secretary of Agriculture
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04-19-2017
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FDA Announcement: Austrailia has Comparable Food Safety System to U.S.
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04-10-2017
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Foreign Supplier Verification Program Requirements Go into Effect on May 30
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04-07-2017
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Update Regarding Trump Administration Appointments of Special Interest to the CIAA
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04-04-2017
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics February 2017
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FDA Recognizes DUNS Number as Acceptable for Importer Identification
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03-20-2017
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January 2017
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02-24-2017
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CIAA Submits Additional Comments Regarding Possible Reimposition of Roquefort Duties
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Confederation Generale de Roquefort- comments
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Specialty Food Association - comments re: Meat and Meat Prodcuts
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Sample Comment Letter re: Beef 301 Hearing
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Roquefort Duties - Supplemental Comment Letter
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02-23-2017
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CIAA Opposes Border Adjustment Tax
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02-22-2017
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CIAA Offers Recommendations for Improvements to FDA Biennial Food Facility Registration
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CIAA Opposes Border Adjustment Tax - Letter to Chairmen and Ranking Members
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02-21-2017
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CIAA to Sponsor Foreign Supplier Verification Course
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02-17-2017
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Possible Reimposition of Roquefort Duties
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02-16-2017
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CIAA Comment Letter - Roquefort Duties
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02-09-2017
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Trade and Tax Issues at the forefront of the early days of the Trump Administration
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02-07-2017
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics December 2016
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01-06-2017
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CIAA Looking Back - Looking Ahead
A Year in Review
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics November 2016
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12-09-2016
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Fancy Food Show Reception Invitation
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Reminder:Time to Renew Food Facility Biennial Registration with FDA
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12-06-2016
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics October 2016
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11-09-2016
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USTR to Begin Reconsideration of GSP for Argentina
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11-07-2016
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics September 2016
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10-26-2016
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics August 2016
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09-08-2016
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CIAA to Sponsor Preventive Controls for Human Food Course
CIAA to sponsor intensive 2-day course November 10-11. Successful completion of the course is one way to meet the requirements for a "Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI).
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09-07-2016
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics July 2016
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08-26-2016
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FAS Announces License Fee for the 2017 Tariff-Rate Quota Year
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08-09-2016
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics June 2016
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07-12-2016
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics May 2016
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06-24-2016
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No Immediate Impact on Cheese Trade Expected as a Result of Brexit
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Senate Agriculture Committee Leaders Agree on Compromise GMO Labeling Bill Measure Expected to be Fi
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06-09-2016
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics April 2016
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FDA Issues Final Regulations Changing Requirements for the Nutrition Facts Panel Required on Almost
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06-07-2016
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OFW – Final FDA Rules for Nutrition Facts Panel
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06-03-2016
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FDA Issues Draft Guidance on Voluntary Sodium Reduction Goals
Comments Sought on a Variety of Questions
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05-26-2016
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FAS Announces 2016 Quantity-Based Safeguard Trigger Levels
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05-09-2016
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CIAA Leadership Holds a Series of Washington Meetings
Members of the Cheese Importers Association of America's Executive Committee and some additional members of the CIAA Board held a series of meetings in Washington, DC
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05-05-2016
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FDA recognizes Canada as Having a Comparable Food Safety System to the U.S.
The FDA issued an announcement on May 4, 2016
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05-04-2016
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics March 2016
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04-25-2016
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CIAA Member Meeting: April 28, 2016
Please join us for the CIAA Member Meeting on April 28, 2016 at the Saddle Brook Marriott in New Jersey.
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04-14-2016
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Please Be Sure Your Assessments Are Designated to CIAA
The CIAA uses funds provided through the Qualified Importer Program (QIP) to conduct many worthwhile activities. CIAA has used these funds to provide opportunities for interns to be placed at premier cheese importing firms.
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04-13-2016
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CIAA Member Meeting: April 28, 2016
Please join us for the CIAA Member Meeting on April 28, 2016 at the Saddle Brook Marriott in New Jersey.
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04-05-2016
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics February 2016
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04-04-2016
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AMS Proposes Reducing Importer Membeship on National Dairy Promotion & Research Board from 2 to 1
USDA's Agricultural Marketing Service announced on April 1, its proposed amendment to the Dairy and Research Promotion Order that would reduce the importer members of the National Dairy Promotion and Research Board from 2 to 1
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03-04-2016
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January 2016
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02-09-2016
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FDA Publishes Update Saying It Is Taking a New Look at Criteria for Raw Milk Cheese
FDA on February 8 published an update regarding what steps it will take in the further review of testing and assessment of non-toxigenic E. coli in the production of raw milk cheese.
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02-08-2016
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Reminder: Fees for All Licenses Awarded Must be Paid by March 15
The Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) has sent license holders a reminder that beginning this year holders must pay fees for all licenses awarded by March 15
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02-05-2016
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics December 2015
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02-02-2016
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CIAA Summer Internship Program
It's not too late to participate if your firm would still like to host a student intern this summer. If you are interested in participating, please contact the CIAA office at 202-547-0899 by February 3
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01-06-2016
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics November 2015
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01-05-2016
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Enter the 2016 World Championship Cheese Contest
The Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association is in preparation for the 2016 World Championship Cheese Contest, March 7-9, in Madison, Wisconsin. We expect to see over 2,700 cheese, butter, and yogurt entries from over 20 nations around the world.
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12-14-2015
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CIAA Leadership Meets with FAS to Work on Improvements to DAIRIES and Other Licensing Issues
CIAA Leadership meet with FAS Import Programs & Export Reporting Division
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12-10-2015
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CIAA Leadership Meets with USTR to Discuss Trade Policy Views
CIAA Leadership meet with top U.S. trade officials.
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics October 2015
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12-08-2015
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Retailer Educational Trip to SIAL
Cheese Buyers: Win a trip to the SIAL show in Paris France!
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12-03-2015
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Fancy Food Show Reception
Join us for the CIAA Fancy Food Show Reception
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11-18-2015
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CIAA Summer Internship Program
CIAA will once again be sponsoring a summer intern program funded through the CIAA Qualified Importer Program.
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11-17-2015
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CIAA Featured in Cheese Market News Retail Watch
The Cheese Importers Association of America celebrates 70 years, ramps up initiatives
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11-16-2015
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Working to Improve the DAIRIES Website
We know that a number of CIAA members encountered problems when applying for 2016 licenses on the DAIRIES website. Following your input, we relayed this information to officials at the Foreign Agricultural Service.
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11-13-2015
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CIAA Bulletin 15-48, November 13th, 2015
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11-10-2015
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TPP Documents Now Available
The United States Trade Representative's office has now posted all documents related to the Trans Pacific Partnership.
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11-09-2015
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics September 2015
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11-06-2015
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Urgent Reminder: FAS Reallocation Requests Due Between Noon and 4:00 EST Today
CIAA Members are reminded that certain license reallocation requests must be submitted to FAS between noon and 4:00 EST today. The FAS notice is reproduced below for your convenience.
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11-02-2015
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CIAA QIP Annouces it Will Host 15 Retailers at SIAL Show in Paris, France
The CIAA QIP is holding a lottery for qualified retailers to win an all-expense paid educational trip to the 2016 SIAL trade show in Paris, France.
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10-29-2015
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CIAA Submits Comments to FDA Regarding Raw Milk Cheeses
The CIAA has responded to the FDA's request for comments and scientific data and information to assist in identifying and evaluating intervention measures regarding the presence of bacterial pathogens in cheeses manufactured from unpasteurized milk.
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10-19-2015
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics August 2015
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10-16-2015
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TPP Update: FAS Releases Fact Sheets Detailing Benefits for Specific Agri. Commodities & Products
USDA's Foreign Agricultural Service has released additional details regarding benefits for specific agricultural commodities and products under the Trans Pacific Partnership Agreement.
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10-12-2015
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Update: CBP Issues Clarification of Exception Butter Import Safeguard Quota
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has issued bulletin QB 16-103 regarding exceptions for the importation of butter and fresh or sour cream not subject to the higher duties announced on Monday, October 5.
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10-08-2015
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TPP Update: FAS Releases Additional Details Regarding Agriculture-Related Provisions
USDA's Foreign Agricultural Service has released additional details regarding Agriculture-Related Provisions of the Trans Pacific Partnership Agreement.
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10-07-2015
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USDA FAS Provides Additional Information on Benefits from TPP
USDA's Foreign Agricultural Service has posted two sets of information that may be of interest to CIAA members.
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10-06-2015
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TPP Deal Reached: Final Congressional Action Not Expected until Sometime in Early 2016
The United States and eleven Pacific Rim Countries, most notably Australia, Canada, Japan, Mexico, and New Zealand, have reached a final agreement for the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP).
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CIAA Member Meeting
Centers of Excellence and Expertise transform the way U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) approaches trade operations and works with the international trade community.
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10-05-2015
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FAS to Announce Special Safeguard Duty on Certain Imports of Butter and Fresh or Sour Cream Effectiv
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09-25-2015
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Problem with DAIRIES Website Continue
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09-15-2015
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FDA Releases Final Rule for Current Good Manufacturing Practice
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09-08-2015
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Reminder: Deadlines Approaching for Submission of Comments to FDA on Accred. of 3rd Party Auditors
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09-03-2015
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics July 2015
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08-13-2015
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DAIRY TARIFF-RATE QUOTA IMPORT LICENSING - PROGRAM INFORMATION
Application Period for 2016 Licenses and Surrender and Reallocation for 2015 Licenses
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08-11-2015
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Reminder: FDA Requesting Comments on Accreditation of Third Party Auditors and Bacterial Pathogens..
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08-05-2015
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics June 2015
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FDA Seeking Comments on Potential Intervention Measures to Reduce the Risk of Foodborne Illness from
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08-04-2015
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FAS Announces Adjustment of Appendices to the Dairy Tariff-Rate Import Quota Licensing Regulation an
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08-03-2015
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FDA Issues Proposed Rule and Draft Guidance for Third-Party Auditor/Certification Body Accreditation
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07-10-2015
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U.S. and Switzerland Set Agreement to Streamline Organic Trade
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07-07-2015
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics May 2015
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06-19-2015
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics April 2015
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics March 2015
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06-16-2015
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FDA Publishes Draft Guidance for the Voluntary Qualified Importer Program
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FDA Draft Guidance on the Voluntary Qualified Importer Program (VQIP)
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04-17-2015
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FSMA Implementation Public Meeting - April 23-24, 2015
Agenda & Breakout Session Questions Published to FDA FSMA Website
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04-14-2015
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics February 2015
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04-02-2015
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CIAA Upcoming Events
Member Meeting April 30 and 70th Anniversary Dinner Gala May 1
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03-30-2015
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FDA Holding Public Meeting on FSMA Implementation Strategy
Meeting taking place April 23-24 in Washington, DC and via Webcast
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03-12-2015
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CIAA Promotes Trade Promotion Authority
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03-10-2015
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CIAA Leadership Meets with Senior FDA Officials
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January 2015
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02-19-2015
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CIAA Board Reminds All Members to Submit Recommending Improvements in the Administration of 6.25(b)
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Raw-Milk Cheese Appreciation Day Scheduled for Saturday, April 18, 2015
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02-13-2015
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6.25(b) Model Draft Comment Letter
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02-11-2015
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics December 2014
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02-05-2015
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Members Urged to Submit Their Own Comments Supporting CIAA's Recommendations Regarding 6.25(b)
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02-03-2015
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CIAA Submits Comments Recommending Improvements in the Administration of 6.25(b)
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01-29-2015
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CIAA and EDA Joint Letter to Lead US and EU TTIP Negotiators
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01-16-2015
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FDA Resumes Raw Milk Sampling Program
CIAA Bulletin January 16, 2015
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01-15-2015
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics November 2014
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics October 2014
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics September 2014
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics August 2014
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12-23-2014
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FAS - Proposed Rule - Dairy Tariff-Rate Import Quota Licensing Program
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12-18-2014
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CIAA and AFI Submit Joint Comments to FDA on Foreign Supplier and Preventive Controls Proposed Rules
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12-17-2014
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AFI-CIAA Supplemental Proposed Rule Comments
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12-08-2014
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Winter Fancy Food Show Reception
Sunday, January 11, 2015, 5 pm - 7:30 pm, Thirsty Bear Pub, San Francisco, CA
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12-05-2014
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CIAA Summer Intern Program
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SIAL 2014 Photos
View Photos from the CIAA 2014 SIAL Trip
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11-20-2014
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Sold Out SIAL Trip Exceeds Expectations
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11-04-2014
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CIAA Member Meeting
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10-28-2014
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CIAA Member Meeting
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10-21-2014
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CIAA, EDA, Eucolait Meet to Discuss Trade and Other Issues of Concern
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10-17-2014
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An Exclusive CIAA Member Update
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10-09-2014
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Ken Meyers Reappointed as Importer Representative to National Dairy Board
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10-02-2014
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Save the Date! CIAA Member Meeting
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09-29-2014
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Time to Renew Food Facility Biennial Registration with FDA
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Update: Issues with Internet Explorer and DAIRIES Site
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09-22-2014
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Helpful Links to FDA Resources to Speed Determinations on Imported Product
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09-19-2014
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FDA Releases Modifications to Four Proposed Rules Required by the Food Safety Modernization Act
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09-16-2014
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FDA Letter Responds to Concerns About Non-toxigenic E. coli in Raw Milk Cheese
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09-08-2014
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Problems with Internet Explorer 11 and the DAIRIES Website
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics July 2014
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics June 2014
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics May 2014
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09-02-2014
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CIAA Announces Food Retailers Selected for SIAL Retailer Program
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What to Keep in Mind Should FDA Provide a "May Proceed" Notice
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07-16-2014
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CIAA Establishing Outreach and Trade Committees
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06-30-2014
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FDA Deputy Commissioner Michael Taylor says "No Requirement on Prohibition" on Wooden Shelving
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FDA Letter re: Wooden Boards
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06-17-2014
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CIAA Submits Comments to FDA Regarding the Designation of High-Risk Foods for Tracing
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06-11-2014
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CIAA Applauds Revised FDA Statement on Wood Board Aging, Offers Itself as a Resource to FDA on Chees
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics April 2014
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06-09-2014
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Wood Board Aging – Urgent Need for Information on Research and Volume of Imports
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06-05-2014
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Member Alert – FDA Position on Use of Wood Boards for Aging
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05-22-2014
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SIAL Trip 2014
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Update: CIAA Submits Comments to FDA Regarding the Designation of High-Risk Foods for Tracing
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CIAA Comments for FDA re High Risk Foods
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05-09-2014
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics March 2014
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04-29-2014
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SIAL Trip 2014
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04-09-2014
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics February 2014
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03-26-2014
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FDA to Extend Comment Periods for Certain Proposed FSMA Rules
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03-14-2014
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Majority of US Senate Urge USDA and USTR to Reject EU Call for Restrictions on Common Cheese Names
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03-13-2014
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Senate Letter to Vilsack re: Support for Common Cheese Names
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03-11-2014
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January 2014
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02-28-2014
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FDA Proposes Major Changes to the "Nutrition Facts" Label - Price Tag $2 Billion
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02-24-2014
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Deadlines for FSMA Final Rules Pushed Back
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02-18-2014
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FDA Begins Testing Related to Pilot Program for Microbiological Surveillance Sampling
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02-10-2014
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics December 2013
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02-04-2014
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CIAA Comments on FSVP Proposed Rule
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CIAA and the Association of Food Industries Joint Comment Letter
CIAA joined with the Association of Food Industries (AFI) in submitting joint comments in response to the proposed rule regarding the Accreditation of Third-Party Auditors
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01-23-2014
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30th Biennial World Championship Cheese Contest 2014
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01-15-2014
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics November 2013
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics October 2013
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics September 2013
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics August 2013
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics July 2013
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12-02-2013
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QIP Letter to USDA
QIP Letter to USDA
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11-18-2013
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Fancy Food Show 2014 Postcard
Fancy Food Show 2014 Postcard
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SIAL Retailer Flyer
SIAL Retailer Flyer
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11-12-2013
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CIAA Sends Comment Letter to Foreign Agriculture Service
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10-11-2013
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CIAA Request for FAS Deadline Extensions Revised
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10-10-2013
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CIAA Fancy Food Show Reception featuring International Cheese Story Telling
The CIAA will be hosting an international Cheese Story Telling Event on Sunday, January 19th at the Winter Fancy Food Show.
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10-09-2013
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TPP Report
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Trans-Pacific Partnership Leaders Statement
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10-01-2013
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DHHS Contingency Plan
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Foreign Agricultural Service Plan
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DHS Procedures Relating to a Federal Funding Hiatus
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Agricultural Marketing Service Shutdown Plan
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08-20-2013
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics June 2013
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07-17-2013
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics May 2013
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics April 2013
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics March 2013
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05-20-2013
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New Study by USDA/FDA Raises Concerns about Cheese in Retail Delis
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04-01-2013
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Eliminate Section 6.25(b)!
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03-28-2013
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Membership Meeting - May 2, 2013
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03-18-2013
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Act Now to Eliminate Section 6.25(b)!
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03-12-2013
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Act Now to Eliminate Section 6.25(b)!
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FDA Import Bulletin regarding Certain Cheeses
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03-11-2013
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Change in Association Staffing
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03-07-2013
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January 2013
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03-04-2013
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Customs Expects Substantial Port Delays From Sequestration Budget Cuts
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02-13-2013
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New Risk Assessment of Listeria in Soft Ripened Cheeses
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02-11-2013
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics December 2012
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02-08-2013
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CIAA Announces New Summer Intern Program
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02-06-2013
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USDA Solicits Comments on Potential Overhaul of Dairy Import License Program
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02-04-2013
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Port Labor Negotiations Update
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01-17-2013
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CIAA Webinar & USDA 2013 Calendar Licenses Second Notice
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01-11-2013
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics November 2012
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics October 2012
import statistics
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01-03-2013
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Port Labor Strike Temporarily Averted
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12-20-2012
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Port Labor Negotiations Update
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12-19-2012
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USDA Issues First Notice of 2013 Calendar Licenses
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12-13-2012
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Deadline Extended for Renewing Facility Registration
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12-06-2012
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Hurricane Sandy Drawback Guidance from CBP
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Port Labor Negotiations Update
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12-03-2012
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics September 2012
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11-29-2012
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Port Labor Negotiations Update
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11-26-2012
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Renew Your Facility Registration
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10-11-2012
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics August 2012
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10-01-2012
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FDA's Food Facility Registration Renewal Postponed
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07-05-2012
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APPLY NOW FOR RETAILER TRIP TO THE SIAL TRADE SHOW!
Press Release
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05-16-2012
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Retailer Trip to SIAL Trade Show
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05-14-2012
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics March 2012
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04-17-2012
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics December 2011
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04-02-2012
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January 2012
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January -November2011
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January -October 2011
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January -September 2011
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12-14-2011
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Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States: GSP Eligible Countries
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11-16-2011
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CIAA in Gourmet Business
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11-10-2011
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Designate the CIAA to receive complete 2.5 cents of the assessment
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10-31-2011
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GSP Instructions
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10-28-2011
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January -August 2011
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January - July 2011
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08-17-2011
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January - June 2011
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08-03-2011
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January - May 2011
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06-28-2011
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January - April 2011
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06-21-2011
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January - March 2011
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05-26-2011
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Cheese Importers Association of America approved as qualified importer program by USDA
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CIAA Washington Meetings
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05-25-2011
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Bulletin 11-13 May 25, 2011
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05-11-2011
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Bulletin 11-12 May 11, 2011
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05-10-2011
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February 2011 Import Stats
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05-02-2011
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Bulletin 11-11 May 2, 2011
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04-04-2011
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KEY ELEMENTS OF THE DAIRY IMPORT ASSESSMENT
Dairy Import Assessment Update
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03-25-2011
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January 2011
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02-22-2011
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January- December 2010
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01-06-2011
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Save the Date: Free Food Safety Webinar on February 1
Highlighting New Regulations for Importers
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01-04-2011
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January- October 2010
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11-16-2010
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CIAA 6 25b Comments
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11-05-2010
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Members Urged to Comment in Support of Proposed Suspension of § 6.25(b) by November 12
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10-27-2010
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Comments to Proposed Rule (75 Fed. Reg. 62692),
A model of how a letter for public comments should be addressed
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10-21-2010
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January- August 2010
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10-13-2010
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Proposed Rule - 6.25(b) Suspension
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09-28-2010
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Developments on Food Safety and Trade Policy in Washington
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09-27-2010
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January- July 2010
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09-20-2010
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Join the CIAA for the day in Monaco
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09-09-2010
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January- June 2010
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January- May 2010
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08-16-2010
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Customs to Withdraw Proposal to Change First Sale Rule
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06-22-2010
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January- April 2010
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06-03-2010
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January- March 2010
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05-11-2010
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New Jersey Senators Submit Letter to USDA Regarding Dairy Import License Program
Letter Highlights Economic Conditions Plaguing Importers
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05-10-2010
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January- February 2010
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03-30-2010
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Wall Street Journal Highlights Battle over Raw Milk
Increasing Rate of Press Coverage on Raw Milk and Raw Milk Products
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03-10-2010
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January- December 2009
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January- November 2009
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01-28-2010
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CIAA Files Brief Opposing Retaliatory Duties On Roquefort
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01-15-2010
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2010 SIAL Trip
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12-16-2009
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January- September 2009
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11-17-2009
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CIAA Announces 2010 Dinner Dance
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10-27-2009
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January - August 2009
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09-23-2009
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January - July, 2009
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08-27-2009
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January - June 2009
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08-04-2009
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Key Issues in Select Food Safety Legislation
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07-22-2009
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January - May 2009
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07-15-2009
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CIAA is Accepting Yearbook Advertising
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07-02-2009
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Licensed US Cheese Imports Jumped 63.7% in May
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06-11-2009
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Dairy Import Assessment Rule Fact Sheet
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Dairy Import Assessment Comments Template
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06-10-2009
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics January - March 2009
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04-23-2009
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Election of Officers
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03-16-2009
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Board Appoints Executive Director and Legal Counsel
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03-12-2009
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2009 Dinner Dance
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01-28-2009
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10+ 2 Rule Requirements
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12-22-2008
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FDA Establishes Jan 2 , 2012 as Uniform Compliance Date for Food Labeling Regulations
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12-01-2008
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New Member Resources Section Added to CIAA Website
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10-27-2008
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CIAA Annual Member Meeting & Dinner - November 19, 2008
CIAA Annual Member Meeting & Dinner
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09-23-2008
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Memorandum - FDA Proposed Rule on Labeling of Food Imports Refused Admission
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09-10-2008
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Annual Member Meeting & Dinner
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08-21-2008
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Department of Commerce Jan-June 2008 statistics
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08-04-2008
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Statistics of Imports of Cheese and Other Dairy Products, January-June 2008
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07-09-2008
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CIAA SIAL trip article in Cheese Reporter
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05-19-2008
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CIAA annouces details of the 2008 SIAL trip.
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05-14-2008
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Import Statistics Jan-Dec 2007
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05-02-2008
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2008 CIAA Paris SIAL Trip
Information and Registration Form
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04-30-2008
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Chart: 2008 Safeguard Trigger Levels Established by FAS for Dairy Products
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02-28-2008
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U.S. IMPORTS OF CHEESE 2005-2007
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02-07-2008
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2007 IMPORT STATISTICS
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01-11-2008
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2008 SIAL Trip
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11-02-2007
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Import Statistics: January-September
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10-10-2007
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USDA RELEASES SURRENDERED QUOTA SHARE STATISTICS
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09-27-2007
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IMPORTANT LICENSING GROUP UPDATE
This article includes the new contact information for the Foreign Agricultural Service’s Dairy Import Licensing Program.
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09-26-2007
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FAS ANNOUNCES ADJUSTMENT OF APPENDICES
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09-14-2007
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Apply for 2008 License Online
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08-30-2007
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U.S. General Import Statistics
January-June 2007
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08-03-2007
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USDA Foreign Agricultural Service Import Statistics
January - June 2007
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07-25-2007
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U.S. AND EUROPE STRENGTHEN COOPERATION IN FOOD SAFETY SCIENCE
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07-24-2007
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EU ADVOCATE GENERAL CALLS FOR DISMISSAL OF PARMESAN CLAIM
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07-19-2007
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Advertise in the 2007-2009 Yearbook
Sign up now to advertise in the 2007-2009 yearbook.
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07-17-2007
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FRENCH LAUNCH CHEESE MARKETING CAMPAIGN
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07-16-2007
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USDA AUTHORIZES FIRST 2007 GLOBALIZATION
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07-06-2007
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CFSAN ANNOUNCES 2007 PRIORITIES
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07-05-2007
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G4 Ministerial Talks Collapse
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07-03-2007
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Meetings with Congressmen & Senators
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06-28-2007
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Department of Commerce Import Statistics
January - March 2007
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06-22-2007
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Cheese Importers Association Golf Classic
Thanks to our Sponsors
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06-06-2007
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CONGRESS AND ADMINISTRATION ANNOUNCE LABOR, ENVIRONMENT FTA DEAL
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WTO AGRICULTURE CHAIRMAN CRAWFORD FALCONER IDENTIFIES ‘CENTER OF GRAVITY’ FOR DOHA ROUND AGREEMENT
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05-24-2007
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ELECTIONS OF OFFICERS
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ELECTION OF DIRECTORS
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CIAA ANNUAL SPRING GALA
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CIAA Bulletin 07:05: May 15, 2007
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05-04-2007
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Cheese Importers Declare the Dairy Import Assessment an Unfair Tax
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CIAA Highlighted in Cheese Importer
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04-25-2007
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Import Statistics
January-March 2007
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04-04-2007
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USDA ISSUES REPORT ON AMERICAN HOUSEHOLDS FOOD SPENDING
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USDA COMPLETES THIRD AND FINAL LICENSE ISSUANCE
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01-30-2007
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USTR Schwab to Press for Relaunch of Doha Round at World Economic Forum
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01-12-2007
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Chairman Announces AG Subcommittee Assignments
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01-02-2007
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Bulgaria and Romania join the European Union
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