Jesse J. Sevcik Executive Director, Global Government Affairs Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) is a global animal health company that develops products and knowledge services to prevent and treat disease in food animals and pets in more than 90 countries. With a 65-year heritage, we rigorously innovate to improve the health of animals and benefit our customers, while fostering an inclusive, cause-driven culture for more than 5,800 employees. At Elanco, we’re driven by our vision of food and companionship enriching life - all to advance the health of animals, people and the planet. https://www.elanco.com/

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American Feed Industry Association The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA), based in Arlington, Va., is the world’s largest organization devoted exclusively to representing the business, legislative and regulatory interests of the U.S. animal food industry and its suppliers. AFIA’s members include over 650 domestic and international companies, such as livestock feed and pet food manufacturers, integrators, pharmaceutical companies, ingredient suppliers, equipment manufacturers and supply companies that provide other products or services to feed manufacturers. Several state, national and regional associations are also AFIA members. http://www.usdec.org

American Feed Industry Association The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA), based in Arlington, Va., is the world’s largest organization devoted exclusively to representing the business, legislative and regulatory interests of the U.S. animal food industry and its suppliers. AFIA’s members include over 650 domestic and international companies, such as livestock feed and pet food manufacturers, integrators, pharmaceutical companies, ingredient suppliers, equipment manufacturers and supply companies that provide other products or services to feed manufacturers. Several state, national and regional associations are also AFIA members. https://www.elanco.com/

Trachelle Carr Senior Director of International Technical Affairs The National Pork Producers Council, which consists of 42 affiliated state associations, is the global voice for the U.S. pork industry, enhancing opportunities for the success of pork producers and other industry stakeholders by establishing the pork industry as a consistent and responsible supplier of high-quality pork to domestic and world markets. On behalf of America’s 60,000 pork producers, NPPC fights for reasonable federal legislation and regulations, maintains and develops export market opportunities, and protects producers’ livelihoods. Public-policy issues on which it focuses are in the areas of agriculture and industry, animal well-being and food safety, environment and energy, and international trade. https://www.nppc.org

Laurie Hueneke Associate Vice President, Global Public Policy & Government Relations Through its commitment to the Science of Healthier Animals®, Merck Animal Health offers veterinarians, farmers, pet owners and governments one of the widest ranges of veterinary pharmaceuticals, vaccines and health management solutions and services as well as an extensive suite of digitally connected identification, traceability and monitoring products. Merck Animal Health is dedicated to preserving and improving the health, well-being and performance of animals and the people who care for them https://www.merck-animal-health.com/

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Launch of Technical Working Groups and Pilot on Good Regulatory Practices In June 2024, FAEA, in collaboration with partners including the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (FMHSW), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the University of Missouri’s Africa Food Safety Initiative (AFSI), and the Nigeria Economic Summit Group (NESG), convened the "Food and Feed Safety Expertise Coordination Workshop" in Abuja, Nigeria. This significant event marked a pivotal step in modernizing Nigeria's food and feed safety systems. Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Launching the Technical Working Groups Despite the National Food Safety and Quality Bill not yet being enacted into law, the Minister of Health and Social Welfare endorsed the recommendations and efforts from FAEA workshops in 2022 and 2023 . This endorsement included the formation and activation of TWGs, which were officially launched in June 2024 during World Food Safety Day and launch of the policy. The TWGs are focused on four key areas: 1. Risk-Based Regulations and Risk Analysis 2. Food Inspection 3. Traceability and Supporting Technologies 4. Education and Research The establishment of these TWGs marks a significant step forward in enhancing stakeholder capacity across the food supply chain, with the goal of improving public health and expanding market access for Nigeria's agricultural products. Piloting the Good Regulatory Practices Toolkit Coinciding with the launch of the TWGs, FAEA also supported piloting the USDA's Good Regulatory Practices toolkit. Developed in collaboration with Texas A&M University and New Markets Lab, the toolkit is designed to guide regulators in aligning their processes with internationally recognized standards and improving the quality of regulations. Participants were split into groups to test the toolkit on existing regulations, providing valuable feedback for future improvements. The TWGs and the Good Regulatory Practices toolkit pilot represent a collaborative effort to address the challenges faced by Nigeria's food and feed safety systems. These initiatives aim to foster a consultative process, offering scientifically driven solutions to enhance food safety management. The next steps for the GRP toolkit involve refining the tool based on feedback from the pilot in Nigeria, followed by further testing in Ghana and Zambia, with the aim of publishing a final version to assist regulators in implementing Good Regulatory Practices for SPS measures. Nigeria Launches New National Policy on Food Safety and Quality and its Implementation Plan Nigeria has launched its revised National Policy on Food Safety and Quality and its Implementatin Plan (NPFSQIP), marking a key step in enhancing national food safety standards. The policy, rooted in a "One Health" approach, focuses on risk analysis, tackling emerging food chain contaminants, and establishing an integrated food-borne disease surveillance system. The launch of these initiatives underscores Nigeria's commitment to improving its food safety standards, aligning with global best practices, and ensuring a safer food future for all its citizens. As Nigeria continues to navigate the complexities of its food safety landscape, the efforts of FAEA and its partners are paving the way for sustainable progress and economic growth in the agricultural sector. Through ongoing collaboration and innovation, Nigeria is poised to become a leader in food safety, setting an example for other nations in the region and beyond. The journey is far from over, but with the groundwork laid and the right partnerships in place, the future of food safety in Nigeria looks promising. Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied

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