FDA seeks food-traceability feedback at November 6 public meeting
FDA lists an October 26 registration deadline for people seeking to speak at its November 6 food-traceability meeting.
What the record says
FDA’s October 8 update announces draft enforcement-discretion guidance for certain smaller retailers and restaurants and a public meeting about traceability implementation. The agency says the meeting is free and open to the public with registration. General registration remains open through November 5.
Source details and supporting locations.
Practical next step
Use FDA’s official meeting page to register; prospective public speakers must register by October 26.
Limits and what is not established
The enforcement policy is draft guidance that would apply if finalized. This notice does not establish an existing exemption for an individual business.
Sources checked October 15, 2026. Later notices may change instructions or arrangements.
Original sources
U.S. Food and Drug Administration: original information