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July 02, 2010

According to a notice issued Thursday (July 1) by FSIS, the current Russia beef certificate may be used until the new certificates are available. There is a delay in the availability of Russia pork certificates, but they will be ready for distribution on July 2. Exporters should check with their inspector to be sure an order has been placed for new certificates.

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June 25, 2010

Both FSIS and Russia’s Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance Service (VPSS) consider July 1, 2010, to be the issuance date, rather than a port arrival date, for the new certificate. Therefore, beginning July 1, the new certificate must be issued for all pork shipments to Russia.

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June 25, 2010

Effective June 22, Russia has suspended imports of beef variety meat from Brazil. The suspension does not appear to be region or plant-specific, covering all beef variety meat from Brazil.

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Poultry

Chicken
* Chicken has no carbohydrates and is lower in fat than beef and pork.
* Because chicken is lean and high in protein, it is considered one of the healthiest foods humans consume.
* Chicken is one of the most versatile foods in the world, it can be roasted, fried, barbequed, microwaved, pre-cooked, and found ready to eat.
* USDA inspectors to maintain the highest quality in the world inspect U.S. chicken.
* Because USDA inspectors are highly trained, any sign of disease within a carcass is detected very early.
* Hormones are not used to raise chickens, only antibiotics are provided to the birds to prevent disease.

Turkey
* Turkey has lower calories and more protein than beef or pork.
* USDA officials use the same methods to inspect turkey and chicken, this maintains the standard of high quality.
* Turkey provides the opportunity for quick meal preparation.
* With a low flavor profile and fat content, turkey makes it easy to add other meat products to make a 100% poultry product.
* It blends well with other meat materials for a delicious taste.