Which USDA agency inspects food?

The Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is the agency responsible for inspecting food in the United States. FSIS is part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and is focused on ensuring the safety, security, and proper labeling of meat, poultry, and processed egg products. This agency plays a critical role in public health by enforcing regulations that help to prevent foodborne illnesses and ensuring that the food supply is safe for consumption.

Other agencies mentioned, such as the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), the Risk Management Agency (RMA), and the Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS), have different roles within the USDA that do not involve food inspection. NRCS primarily focuses on environmental conservation and natural resource management, RMA provides support and insurance options for agricultural producers, and FAS deals with international trade and marketing of U.S. agricultural products. Thus, while these agencies contribute to various aspects of agriculture, only FSIS is specifically tasked with food inspection.