Safeguarding Animal and Human Health

The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) is an independent organization that has been guiding state, federal and international feed regulators with ingredient definitions, label standards and laboratory standards for more than 110 years, while supporting the health and safety of people and animals. Our members are charged by their local, state or federal laws to regulate the sale and distribution of animal feeds and animal drug remedies.

December 5, 2024

AAFCO Board Votes to Recommend KSO Proposal to Members

AAFCO Board of Directors voted to recommend the KSO proposal to membership for consideration at the upcoming 2025 Midyear Meeting.

February 25, 2025

PURR Act of 2025 Raises Red Flags with AAFCO

AAFCO is voicing concerns for the newly reintroduced H.R. 597, the “Pet Food Uniform Regulatory Reform Act of 2025” or the “PURR Act of 2025."

January 22, 2025

AAFCO Votes Yes on New Regulatory Pathway for Animal Food Ingredients

AAFCO membership approved a proposal from K-State Olathe to provide the scientific review for a new animal food ingredient submission pathway

December 5, 2024

AAFCO Board Votes to Recommend KSO Proposal to Members

AAFCO Board of Directors voted to recommend the KSO proposal to membership for consideration at the upcoming 2025 Midyear Meeting.

February 25, 2025

PURR Act of 2025 Raises Red Flags with AAFCO

AAFCO is voicing concerns for the newly reintroduced H.R. 597, the “Pet Food Uniform Regulatory Reform Act of 2025” or the “PURR Act of 2025."

January 22, 2025

AAFCO Votes Yes on New Regulatory Pathway for Animal Food Ingredients

AAFCO membership approved a proposal from K-State Olathe to provide the scientific review for a new animal food ingredient submission pathway

December 5, 2024

AAFCO Board Votes to Recommend KSO Proposal to Members

AAFCO Board of Directors voted to recommend the KSO proposal to membership for consideration at the upcoming 2025 Midyear Meeting.

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