< Back FAEA Kicks Off Support for Kenya’s New Food Safety Legislation December 2020 In December 2020, FAEA took a significant step in supporting Kenya’s food and feed safety regulatory overhaul by sponsoring and facilitating a five-day meeting in Naivasha, Kenya. The meeting marked the official restart of Kenya’s food safety legislation process, bringing together key stakeholders across multiple ministries, technical experts and international advisors. This initiative was a vital part of Kenya’s journey to develop a comprehensive Food Safety Law that aligns with global best practices while addressing the unique challenges within the country. FAEA’s involvement began in mid-September 2020 with the recruitment of a local coordinator and the reactivation of a technical working group—now a task force—composed of representatives from the Ministries of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries, Health, and Trade, as well as agencies like the Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service, the Kenya Dairy Board and the Kenya Law Reform Commission. The task force has a broad mandate to review, refine and guide the development of Kenya’s food and feeds safety policy and legislation. The Naivasha meeting served as a critical first step, focusing on establishing a clear roadmap for drafting the food safety bill. Discussions were centered on reviewing a draft policy document that had been initially developed in 2019, incorporating new regulatory concerns and aligning with current governance structures under Kenya’s 2010 constitution. A key highlight was the strong support demonstrated by the highest levels of government, with six Principal Secretaries attending from key ministries. Their participation underscored the importance of unity in purpose and a commitment to establishing a well-coordinated and robust food and feed safety system. The meeting’s outcomes were substantial. Consensus was reached on several crucial aspects of the draft food and feed safety policy, leading to significant improvements in its content. The revised policy will serve as the foundation for drafting the food and feed safety bill. However, the discussions also revealed critical areas that still require attention, particularly the complex coordination mechanisms needed to integrate the mandates of various agencies effectively. The task force agreed to continue these deliberations in future meetings. The Naivasha retreat also underscored the importance of engaging external experts to provide insights from global food safety systems. Presentations by experts from the U.S. Trade Representative Office (USTR) and TradeMark East Africa enriched the discussions, with their experiences helping to shape decision-making processes. This collaborative approach, combining local expertise with international insights, is expected to be a hallmark of the legislative process moving forward. Looking ahead, the task force plans to ramp up its efforts by focusing on finalizing the coordination framework, refining the draft bill based on the updated policy and engaging parliamentary committees to align legislative efforts. As Kenya moves closer to enacting a new Food Safety Law, FAEA’s role in facilitating these discussions is crucial in ensuring the final legislation is scientifically sound, internationally compliant and tailored to the needs of the Kenyan food and feed sectors. FAEA remains committed to supporting this critical process, recognizing that a well-structured food safety system is not only essential for public health but also key to unlocking trade opportunities and enhancing Kenya’s competitiveness in global markets. Previous Next

< Back FAEA Drives Key Progress in Kenya’s Food Safety Legislation March 2021 Building on the momentum from December 2020’s initial task force meeting in Naivasha, FAEA and USDA continued their support of Kenya’s food and feed safety regulatory overhaul by facilitating a crucial follow-up event in March 2021. This meeting marked a significant next step in Kenya’s journey toward enacting comprehensive food safety legislation that aligns with international best practices. The gathering brought together top officials from multiple ministries, technical experts and international advisors with the primary objective of drafting a food safety bill based on the updated policy established in the previous meetings. The discussions focused on refining the draft policy document and aligning it with Kenya’s current governance structures and international commitments. By emphasizing a risk-based approach grounded in science, the draft bill aims to address Kenya’s unique food safety challenges while setting a strong legal foundation for future regulatory efforts. A notable outcome of the meeting was the completion of a draft food safety bill that not only outlines clear mandates for various regulatory agencies but also resolves longstanding issues related to coordination and overlapping responsibilities. The task force members worked late into the evenings, demonstrating their dedication to producing a bill that balances regulatory clarity with effective food safety control measures. The participation of high-level government officials, including multiple Principal Secretaries, reaffirmed the commitment to a unified approach and the importance of collaboration across ministries. Presentations from U.S. food safety regulators and other international experts provided valuable insights, helping the task force navigate the complexities of creating a regulatory framework that is both nationally relevant and globally compliant. Looking ahead, the task force will focus on engaging parliamentary committees, finalizing the coordination framework, and conducting broader stakeholder consultations. These next steps are critical as Kenya moves closer to enacting a food safety law that not only safeguards public health but also positions the country for enhanced trade opportunities. Previous Next

Greg Tyler President & CEO Out of its home office in Stone Mountain, Ga., USAPEEC's reach is far ranging. Through its network of international offices and consultants in key markets around the globe, USAPEEC keeps current on issues that have a direct impact on U.S. poultry and egg exports. Although USAPEEC's mission is to promote exports of U.S. poultry and eggs around the world, the Council has evolved into an association that is an advocate for the industry on trade policy issues. Because of its status as a not-for-profit entity, USAPEEC does not lobby, but the organization can and does act as an intermediary with USDA, in Washington and at embassies and Agricultural Trade Offices around the world. USAPEEC also has good working relationships with other industry trade associations, such as the National Chicken Council, National Turkey Federation, American Egg Board, U.S. Poultry & Egg Association, and many more. https://www.usapeec.org/

U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) U.S. Grains Council (USGC) USA Poultry & Egg Export Council (USAPEEC) U.S. Soybean Export Council (USSEC) National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) North American Meat Institute (NAMI) Elanco Merck Animal Health About FAEA FAEA Staff & Partners Leadership Trade Data Contact Us The Food and Agriculture Export Alliance (FAEA), established in May 2004, is a coalition fostering enhanced collaboration and effectiveness in for a diverse array of U.S. agricultural products, including meat, poultry, dairy, feed grains, rendered products and soybeans. FAEA's overarching aim is to bolster cooperation among various commodity groups and private sector entities, focusing on developing international markets. FAEA's strategic objectives include advancing international food and feed safety regulations to align with science-based international standards. Recognizing non-tariff barriers—such as those associated with food and feed safety under SPS regulations, Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT), and the standards recommended by the Codex Alimentarius Commission—as a critical area of concern, FAEA prioritizes these issues. As traditional trade barriers diminish through multilateral and bilateral agreements, non-tariff barriers have emerged as significant impediments to agricultural trade. Often referred to as the "trade barrier of choice," SPS constraints represent a substantial threat to both current and future expansion in global agricultural trade. Collectively, FAEA members represent approximately 65% of U.S. agricultural exports. The application of non-scientific barriers to trade by foreign governments is common to all the products represented by FAEA members. FAEA activities are funded through a combination of FAEA membership funds and USDA’s Market Access Program as a Global Based Initiative (GBI). FAEA’s GBI is submitted on an annual basis via the USGC’s Unified Export Strategy (UES). FAEA Members FAEA Members FAEA Staff & Partners FAEA Staff & Partners FAEA Staff & Partners FAEA Staff & Partners FAEA Staff & Partners FAEA Staff & Partners FAEA Staff & Partners FAEA Staff & Partners FAEA Staff & Partners FAEA Staff & Partners

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/

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

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U.S. Dairy Export Council 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

U.S. Soybean Export Council 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.ussec.org

Jim Sutter FAEA Chairman CEO USSEC is a dynamic partnership of key stakeholders representing soybean producers, commodity shippers, merchandisers, allied agribusinesses and agricultural organizations. Through a global network of international offices and strong support in the U.S., USSEC helps build a preference for U.S. soybeans and soybean products, advocates for the use of soy in feed, aquaculture and human consumption, promotes the benefits of soy use through education and connects industry leaders through a robust membership program. https://www.ussec.org