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Recommended Strategy for Importers on 2025 IEEPA Tariff Refunds

On December 15, 2025, the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) issued a pivotal decision affecting importers seeking refunds of...

President Trump’s Executive Order (EO), “Increasing Medical Marijuana And Cannabidiol Research,” May Benefit The Cannabis Industry, But Alone, Does Not Reschedule Marijuana

Today, President Trump signed an Executive Order (EO), Increasing Medical Marijuana and Cannabidiol Research.  While the EO is being widely...

CF‑28/29 Enforcement: What Importers Are Seeing Now on IEEPA and Steel/Aluminum Tariffs

In recent months, there has been a noticeable shift in how U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is handling Requests...

Navigating the IEEPA Tariff Challenges— Preserve Your Rights to Potential IEEPA-Based Tariff Refunds

The ongoing court challenges to tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) are creating uncertainty for many...

November Food and Agriculture Regulatory Recap

OFW’s Food & Agriculture team regularly monitors announcements and policy issuances from FDA, USDA, and other agencies to keep our...

CANNASWEEP

October & November 2025 OFW’s Cannabis Team regularly monitors cannabis news, legislation, regulation, and policy so our clients stay up-to-date on the...

Oh, SNAP! USDA Is Continuing to Fight Against Payment of Full November SNAP Benefits

Despite the Senate’s passage of a continuing resolution to fund the federal government through January 30, 2026, and the House’s...

October Food and Agriculture Regulatory Recap

OFW’s Food & Agriculture team regularly monitors announcements and policy issuances from FDA, USDA, and other agencies to keep our...

USDA Inspection Readiness Checklist for Meat, Poultry & Egg Product Establishments

Your facility has invested millions in equipment, processes, and personnel to meet the highest food safety standards. Yet falling short...

USDA Compliance and FSIS Compliance and Enforcement: What Every Food Producer Must Know

Your food production facility operates under the strictest safety standards. You’ve invested in equipment, training, and processes. Yet one FSIS...

What is FDA Compliance? Complete Guide for Food Companies

Your food company operates with the highest quality standards and proven manufacturing processes. Yet one FDA compliance gap can trigger...

USDA Labeling Requirements: Complete Guide for Meat, Poultry & Egg Products

Your meat or poultry processing facility produces premium products with exceptional quality control and safety standards. Yet one USDA labeling...