Discussion board roundup 8/25

Turns out I was looking at the Fresh Produce Industry Discussion Group this morning and come to find out that I am only the third most prolific poster to the board I this month. We now have 76 members, and I like to see the continuing increase in the size and activity of the group.
I have got to tip the hat to Big Apple and Luis, who continue to post great links and insights. Here is a rundown of what's active right now.

Mixed messages What's the true picture of risk of foodborne illness linked to fresh produce

Almond ads face labor threat Luis post link from Fresno Bee that reveal labor tensions threaten the California almond industry's ability to tap Market Access Program funds for overseas advertising.

How can the industry help Peru - A letter from Bruce McEvoy? Responses to both Bruce McEvoy's letter and PMA's response found here.

China to launch new label on exports Big Apple posts the link with the info that a new labeling system for China's food exports will begin Sept. 1. The Economic Times reports:
Food exports that have passed inspections will carry the label "CIQ", which stands for China Inspection and Quarantine, the China Daily reported, citing a regulation from the nation's quality watchdog. Packing must also carry information, such as the producer's name and address, batch number and production date, to keep the source of any potential quality problems on record and stem fake exports, the report said. The new labeling system would begin on September 1.