FSIS (Food Safety and Inspection Service)

The Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is a U.S. government agency responsible for ensuring that meat, poultry, and processed egg products are safe, wholesome, and correctly labeled. They inspect facilities, enforce food safety standards, and test products to prevent foodborne illnesses. FSIS works to protect consumers by maintaining high safety and quality standards throughout the food production process, from slaughter to final packaging, helping ensure that the meat and poultry products served in stores and restaurants are safe to eat.