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.

This conference is a must-attend for anyone invested in shaping the future of America’s food policies. Join us for two days of rigorous debate, insightful discussions, and collaborative learning.

RSVP and More Information: https://consumerfed.org/events/national-food-policy-conference/

 We look forward to welcoming you to this important discussion on policies to create a safe, affordable, just, and sustainable food system.