What is the agency in the USA that monitors the safety of foods and issues the use by dates on foods?
The United States department of Agriculture (USDA) monitors the safety of most animal derived foods such as meat, poultry, and egg products. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) also plays a major role in investigating outbreaks of food borne illnesses. Both agencies work together to ensure the safety of animal based foods.
http://www.fda.gov/AboutFDA/Transparency/Basics/ucm194879.htm
http://www.fsis.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsis/topics/regulations/directives/7000-series/safe-suitable-ingredients-related-document
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