Book cover: Food Regulation - Law, Science, Policy and Practice by Neal D. Fortin.

Food Regulation: Law, Science, Policy, and Practice, 4th Edition

June 26, 2026 - Fortin, Neal D.

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Food Regulation: Law, Science, Policy, and Practice, 4th Edition

This book, written by IFLR Director Neal Fortin, is in its 4th edition. The text provides an in-depth discussion of the federal statutes, regulations, and agencies involved in food regulation. After an introduction to the history of food and drug regulation, it covers current food regulations, inspection and enforcement, international law, and more. With explanations of the policies and food science behind the law, the book remains accessible to students and professionals alike. This is an excellent text for food science and food law and a practical reference for food industry professionals, consultants, and others.

Updates for the 4th edition include the new definition of "healthy," new bioengineered labeling, new major allergen listings, discussion of recent litigation, food coloring bans, and more.

If you would like more information, the Table of Contents is available here.

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Prof. Fortin is Director of the Institute for Food Laws & Regulations at Michigan State University. 

Contact iflr@msu.edu for more information on the MSU Institute for Food Regulations, the online MS in Food Regulatory Affairs, or our online graduate food law certificates.


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