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SELECTED FEDERAL AGENCIES
U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
The FDA is charged with protecting consumers against impure, unsafe,
and fraudulently labeled products. FDA, through its Center for Food Safety & Applied Nutrition (CFSAN),
regulates foods other than the meat, poultry, and egg products regulated by FSIS. FDA is also
responsible for the safety of drugs, medical devices,
biologics, animal feed and drugs, cosmetics, and radiation emitting devices.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
CDC is at the forefront of public health efforts to prevent
and control infectious and chronic diseases, injuries, workplace hazards, disabilities,
and environmental health threats. CDC conducts a wide range of food safety activities and programs.
For example, CDC provides information and knowledge in regards to epidemiology to help FSIS recognize
and control outbreaks of foodborne diseases.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
EPA works for a cleaner, healthier environment. EPA's mission includes protecting public health and the environment
from risks posed by pesticides and promoting safer means of pest management.
SELECTED USDA AGENCIES
Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
APHIS' primary role in the U.S. food safety network of agencies is to protect
against plant and animal pests and diseases. APHIS also administers the Animal Welfare Act and carries out
wildlife damage management activities.
Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service (CSREES)
CSREES' unique mission is to advance knowledge for agriculture, the environment, human health and
well-being, and communities by supporting research, education, and extension programs in the Land-Grant
University System and other partner organizations. Food, Nutrition & Health is one of the National Emphasis
Areas for CSREES.
Food and Nutrition Service (FNS)
As the agency responsible for administering the nutrition assistance programs of USDA, the Food and Nutrition Service
provides children and low-income people access to food, a healthful diet, and nutrition education. Food safety and
security is an important aspect of the USDA nutrition assistance programs.
National Agricultural Library (NAL)
NAL is the U.S. center for the international agricultural information system, coordinating and sharing
resources and enhancing global access to agricultural data.
STATE GOVERNMENT
State Departments of Public Health and Agriculture
During recalls and other types of investigations, FSIS may work with other agencies including state or
local public health departments. This page provides contact information in the form of links to each
State's home page, Department of Health page, and Department of Agriculture page.
PARTNERSHIPS
Partnership for Food Safety Education (PFSE)
The Partnership unites consumer groups, professional societies in food science, nutrition, and health; industry
associations, and the U.S. government to educate the public about safe food handling and preparation. FSIS is a Federal
government liaison to the Partnership.
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