Which agency inspects meat, poultry, and some processed egg products?

• A. FDA
• B. USDA
• C. EPA
• D. NIH

Answer: (B)

The agency that inspects meat, poultry, and some processed egg products is the U.S. Department of Agriculture, specifically the Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). FSIS is responsible for ensuring these products are safe, wholesome, properly labeled, and produced under sanitary conditions. It conducts inspections at slaughter and processing facilities, enforces HACCP-based controls, and oversees egg products regulated under the Egg Products Inspection Act. The other agencies have different roles: the FDA handles most other foods and consumer products, the EPA oversees environmental protections and pesticide regulations, and the NIH focuses on medical research.