Question

Does the government have an obligation to keep food and products safe for general use? Explain your answer.

Answer 1

USDA and the FDA govern the safety of our food

Answer 2

In the U.S., as many as 15 different federal agencies are responsible for keeping our food safe. But the lion's share of responsibility goes to the United States Department of Agriculture and the Food and Drug Administration. The USDA oversees the safety of meat, poultry and certain egg products.