The safety and quality of meat and poultry imported to the United States is overseen by which agency?

• A. FDA
• B. FSIS
• C. USCO
• D. USDC

Answer: (B)

The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service oversees the safety and quality of meat and poultry imported into the United States. FSIS is responsible for inspecting meat and poultry products, including those imported from abroad, to ensure they meet U.S. safety, quality, and labeling standards. They verify foreign plants’ practices, conduct import inspections, and enforce compliance before products can be sold. Other agencies handle different foods, but meat and poultry fall under FSIS.