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The report reveals a general decrease in dietary exposure to dioxins and dioxin-like PCBs, comparing the period 2008-2010 with 2002-2004, of at least 16 % and up to 79 % for the general population.

24 percent of consumers said meat raised without antibiotics was not available at the supermarket where they usually shop. Of this group, 82 percent said they would buy it if it were available.

Following vote at the Codex Alimentarius, the European Union reaffirms its position that an international standard for ractopamine is not justified.

Later this summer, the Department will launch a new approach to its testing to protect the public from exposure to harmful levels of chemical residues in meat, poultry, and egg products.

The current meat juice testing for salmonella antibodies will be suspended on 1 July 2012.

The aim of the improved food inspection model is a more effective and efficient food inspection system with clearly defined responsibilities for industry and government.

The standard incorporates criteria for the eating quality of pork consistent with the long standing BQAP requirements.