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March 26, 2024
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Media Advisory: National Food Policy Conference 2024, Unpack the Future of Food Policy with Us!

Washington, D.C. - The Consumer Federation of America is thrilled to announce the National Food Policy Conference, scheduled for April 2 & 3, 2024, at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Washington, D.C. This pivotal event will convene experts, policymakers, and advocates to address the pressing issues at the intersection of agriculture, food safety, nutrition, and equity.
Key Highlights:
- Keynote Speaker: James “Jim” Jones, Deputy Commissioner for Human Foods, U.S. FDA, will inaugurate the conference with insights into the FDA's evolving role in food safety and nutrition.
- Plenary Sessions: Dive deep into the FDA's reorganization, debate the dietary guidelines treatment of ultra-processed foods, and find out what it means to apply a health equity lens to food policy.
- Breakout Sessions: Engage in small group discussions on targeted food advertising, climate change’s impact on food safety, lobbying strategies, precision nutrition, regulation of food ingredients, and the challenges facing food workers.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with leaders and innovators in food policy, nutrition, and public health.
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We look forward to welcoming you to this important discussion on policies to create a safe, affordable, just, and sustainable food system.
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Thomas Gremillion
Director of Food Policy
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