How do I know Michigans food supply is safe and protected from chemical or biological terrorism?
While we are aware of no specific threat of biological or chemical terrorism in Michigan or the United States, Michigan’s farmers and food establishments are committed to heightening security measures. The state, through the Michigan Department of Agriculture and other local, federal, university and industry partners, has a comprehensive and aggressive surveillance and inspection program in place for food and agricultural products from the farm gate to the consumer plate. In fact, food and dairy inspectors conduct thorough, regular inspections of on farm operations, food processing facilities, grocery stores, restaurants and other food establishments across the state. In addition, the Michigan Department of Agriculture has a state-of-the-art laboratory system that routinely samples and tests both raw agricultural commodities and finished food products for pesticide residues and food-borne pathogens. The Michigan Departments of Agriculture and Community Health have also collectively dev
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