In the April 20, 2016, Federal Register, USDA's AMS proposed amendments to the regulations governing voluntary grading of shell eggs to clarify the definition of "condition," to remove any food safety implications resulting from the use of the term "wholesomeness," and to clarify that AMS's role in grading and certification of shell eggs is solely for a quality determination. The proposed rule would also prohibit the use of Salmonella Enteritidis-adulterated or recalled shell eggs from being presented to USDA for voluntary grading and certification. Comments are due June 20, 2016.
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