FAQs
What is AskUSDA? ›
AskUSDA is a contact center that answers general inquiries from the public using trained agents and self-service options. To date, AskUSDA has partnered with 19 agencies to improve the customer experience offered to the public.
What do US Department of Agriculture do? ›We provide leadership on food, agriculture, natural resources, rural development, nutrition, and related issues based on public policy, the best available science, and effective management.
What does the US Department of Agriculture inspect? ›Safety Through Inspection
FSIS protects the public's health by ensuring that meat, poultry and egg products are safe, wholesome and properly labeled.
USDA works to increase food security and reduce hunger by providing children and low-income people access to food, a healthful diet, and nutrition education in a way that supports American agriculture and inspires public confidence.
How does the US Department of Agriculture protect consumers? ›USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) ensures that our nation's meat, poultry and processed egg supply is wholesome, safe and properly labeled.
How would you report a violation of your rights to the US Department of Agriculture? ›(Not all bases apply to all programs.) Reprisal is prohibited based on prior civil rights activity. To file a program discrimination complaint, you may obtain a complaint form by sending an email to CR-Info@USDA.gov. You or your authorized representative must sign the complaint form.