Activity type:
Routine
Status:
Active
Aim
The aims of this activity are to:
- monitor implementation of the legislative changes to allow the sale of low-THC hemp seeds as food
- identify the issues that need resolving to successfully implement changes to the Food Standards Code.
Leads
The Food Regulation Standing Committee has set up a working group to undertake this work.
Authorisation
The April 2017 meeting of the food ministers.
Status
A survey of low-THC hemp seed food was completed through the Coordinated Food Survey Plan.
Australian states and territories and New Zealand food authorities will continue to monitor the compliance of low-THC hemp food products in the market place. They will take action as needed.
Related information
View all the routine activities in the food regulation system.
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