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Monthly Archives: July 2026

Quarterly Feed Update Newsletter: Issue 27 Summer 2026

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Staff Spotlight: Welcome Tabatha Shannon

The Commercial Feed Regulatory Program (CFRP) would like to introduce newly hired Tabatha Shannon; she is filling the feed inspector position in the Fresno area.   “I am grateful to be part of such a knowledgeable and dedicated team, where I continue to expand my expertise while contributing to the protection of California’s agricultural industries,” Tabatha said. Tabatha graduated from …


Medicated Feed Labeling: Common Issues

Proper labeling of medicated feed is crucial in ensuring the feed will be used in a manner that is safe and effective for its intended use. Medicated feed must only be formulated and labeled in a manner that the stated concentration of the drug, indication of use, intended animal, and directions for use align to provide the dosage of the …


CFRP Releases Notice to Industry Regarding Elevated Fumonisin Levels in Corn alongside Annual Mycotoxin Report

The Commercial Feed Regulatory Program (CFRP) has released a Notice to Industry notifying feed manufacturers, ingredient suppliers, and other industry partners that recent sampling of incoming corn shipments from several out‑of‑state sources has revealed elevated fumonisin concentrations. These levels exceed those typically observed in previous seasons and may present health risks to sensitive animal species if not appropriately managed. CFRP …