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...
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