Humanitarian Resource Institute

Humanitarian Resource Institute: A U.S. & International Resource on the Scope of Humanitarian Assistance
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. 2003 International Conference on Agricultural Science and Technology (ICAST)

International Aspects of Accidental Release or Deliberate Use of
Biological Agents Affecting Food and Agriculture
Hosted by the Texas A&M University Systems Integrative Center for Homeland Security

October 14-15, 2003

An International Forum for Discussion of Policy and Regulatory Options
To Enhance Cooperation, Reduce Vulnerability, and
Modernize Post-Event Recovery Procedures

Papers:

Current Programs, Future Plans, and Interactions for prevention, deterrence, emergency response, and mitigation of effects of accidental introduction or deliberate use of biological agents in food and agriculture: Dr. Alejandro B. Thiermann, President of International Animal Health Code, World Organization for Animal Health.
The Codex Perspective: Role of International Organizations- Current Programs, Future Plans, and Interactions for Prevention, Deterrence, Emergency Response, and Mitigation of Effects of Accidental Introduction or Deliberate Use of Biological Agents in Food and Agriculture: Dr. H. Michael Wehr, Director, CODEX Alimentarius Program Staff, USDA-FSIS.
Terrorist Threats to Food: WHO Activities and Guidance for Prevention and Response: Dr. Jørgen Schlundt, Director, Food Safety Department, World Health Organization.
Existing WTO Agreements Aimed at Reducing Risks Associated with Trade in Food: Ms. Gretchen Heimpel-Stanton, Senior Counsellor, Agriculture and Commodities Division, World Trade Organization.
International Aspects of Accidental Release or Deliberate Use of Biological Agents Affecting Food and Agriculture: Dr. Albino Belotto, Coordinator, Veterinary Program, Pan American Health Organization (PAHO).
International Aspects of Accidental Release or Deliberate Use of Biological Agents Affecting Food and Agriculture - A Canadian Perspective on Regional, Hemispheric and International Critical Infrastructure and Challenges: Dr. Brian Evans, Chief Veterinary Officer,Canada.
Accidental Introduction or Deliberate Use of Biological Agents in Food and Agriculture: Dr. Kevin Walker, Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA).
FDA’s Global Strategies on Food Safety and Security: Dr. Robert Brackett, FDA-CFSAN Director of Food Safety.
APHIS Initiatives for Food and Agriculture Biosecurity – Homeland Security: Dr. Peter Fernandez, USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service.
Perspectives of a Multinational Food Company on Accidental Release or Deliberate Use of Biological Agents Affecting Food and Agriculture: Dr. Yasmine Motarjemi, Nestle - Perspectives of a Multi-National Food Organization.