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Stringent and volatile export regulations for aflatoxins are causing pangs of uncertainty for many U.S. nut producers. Do you have the utmost confidence in your aflatoxin testing results? Are you up-to-date on the most current export directives? If you're unsure, we can assist you. Our Modesto, CA, testing facility is one stage away from becoming a United Stated Department of Agriculture (USDA) approved laboratory for almonds. Currently, the Modesto lab is among a select number of laboratories nationwide that are seeking accreditation to the program, which was launched by the agency last year. Under the six-stage accreditation process, applicant laboratories must: • Demonstrate SOPs for quality assurance and quality control • Have appropriate grinding equipment • Demonstrate analytical competence at low limits of detection • Provide documentation and training for analytical personnel • Analyze check-samples with known and unknown levels of aflatoxin • Pass an intensive on-site inspection |
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Upon successful completion, recognized laboratories will be certified to issue Voluntary Aflatoxin Sampling Program (VASP) certificates with analytical results. As you know, many European Union countries will not accept U.S. almond shipments that are not accompanied by VASP certificates from testing labs. We hope to complete the final stage of the USDA program soon. Please log on to the California Almond Board website at www.almondboard.com to stay abreast of our progress. If you would like to learn more about our aflatoxin testing and consulting services, please contact us at 209/ 521-5503. Our professional staff is poised to meet your needs with scientific expertise, highly competitive prices, and responsive services. [ Return to top ] | |
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