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From farm to fork :- ' The USDA’s Role in Food Safety and Nutrition ' USDA stands for  United States Department of Agriculture. Food safety :- USDA has various agencies dedicated in ensuring food safety. with the  f ood Saf ety and Inspection Service (FSIS)  leading efforts in safeguarding  the nation food supply particularly in poultry, meat, processed egg products. key measures taken by FSIS are  1.  Inspection & Monitoring - it conducts daily inspections of meat, poultry, and egg product for safety regulations. 2.  Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) -  systematic, preventive approach to food safety that focuses on identifying, assessing, and controlling potential hazards in food production. 3.  Pathogen Reduction -  Implements strict standards to reduce harmful bacteria like Salmonella and E coli in food products.   4.  food recalls and alerts - if food contamination is found, the USDA...