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News from the Q | Quality Assurance International Newsletter | January 2012

Industry News

Gluten-Free Market Gaining Momentum!

QAI spoke with many of its customers to get their opinion on the up-and-coming market segment of gluten-free products. We thought you'd be interested in our findings.
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Regulatory Updates

NOSB November Meeting Summary

The National Organic Standards Board (NOSB) recently held its biannual public meeting in Savannah, Georgia. This article highlights topics from the meeting that QAI feels are most significant for you, including an overview of the recommended changes to the National List. > Read More

Six Myths Busted by Organic
in 2011

As the year draws to a close, the Organic Trade Association (OTA) examines several myths about organic agriculture that were "busted" this year by researchers, the media and shoppers. > Read More from the OTA

QAI included on EU Equivalent Third Country List – Import Authorization Phase out Period

If you are an NOP-certified company exporting product to the EU under the current import authorization regime, be sure to read this article. > Read More

 

USDA Publishes Rule Renewing the Listings for More Than 200 National List Substances

Clients who use vitamins/minerals in non-food products such as dietary supplements, NOP certified personal care products, and pet treats should also carefully weigh how these new CFR references will impact your products and submit comments accordingly. > Read More

In the Spotlight: Get to know Kim Van Kirk from QAI's parent company NSF International

To help you get to know QAI better, we feature different QAI team members in each e-newsletter. This e-newsletter features Kim Van Kirk, Marketing Manager from QAI's parent company, NSF International. > Read More

Upcoming Events

Be sure to visit QAI at these upcoming events!
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Upcoming Trainings

Our team of organic and food safety experts are committed to providing you high quality training and education. Visit these training schedules to see what's coming up:
Organic Certification | Agricultural Producers
Food & Beverage Processing

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