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From Washington State University Extension, this is Food Safety in a Minute.
Did you know the USDA is responsible for investigating problems with meat, poultry, and eggs? If you spot a problem, call the USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 888-674-6854 Monday through Friday between 10A and 6P Eastern Standard Time. Or report the problem online.
To help them, help you and help us, you’ll need the following:
- Original container or packaging.
- Foreign objects found.
- Frozen or refrigerated portions of uneaten food.
- Brand and product name, manufacturer, and can/package code.
- Also include store name, location, and purchase date.
- After medical attention, share information with the Meat and Poultry Hotline
employees.
For Food Safety in a Minute, this is Susie Craig.
Resources
United States Department of Agriculture Meat and Poultry Hotline. Accessed online 3/8/23.