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USDA Results
 USDA Results: Food Safety

Learn more about USDA's work in Food Safety in this fact sheet which documents some of our most significant accomplishments of the past three years. To read about more of our results, visit www.usda.gov/results.

 Food Handling

Safe steps in food handling, cooking, and storage are essential to prevent foodborne illness. Following four basic steps - clean, separate, cook, and chill will keep your food safe.

 Food Recalls

Recalls are voluntary actions carried out by industry in cooperation with federal and state agencies. Products are recalled when found to be contaminated, adulterated, or misbranded.

 Food Irradiation

Exposing meat and poultry to ionizing irradiation can control many foodborne pathogens. USDA has done extensive research to determine the positive benefits of irradiation.

 Foodborne Illness

USDA provides information about foodborne illness prevention to educators, trainers, and organizations developing education and training materials for food workers and consumers.

 Food Safety Resources

USDA provides numerous resources to educate and assist the public about the food safety.