Industry Guidance

Government agencies provide guidance to the food industry to comply with food safety standards and legislation.

Guidance on Meat, Poultry, and Egg Products

Information for Businesses & Partners (USDA)
Information to help establishments protect the health of the American public and comply with federally regulations.

askFSIS an Inspection-Related Question (USDA)
Enables you to search the FSIS knowledgebase for answers and submit questions (requires a customer account).

Federal Grant of Inspection Guide (USDA)
Guidelines to assist establishments interested in applying for a Federal Grant of Inspection.

Labeling Guidance (USDA)
Guidance to protect consumers from misbranded meat, poultry, and egg products.

HACCP Resources and Information (USDA)
Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) helps ensure the safety of meat, poultry, and egg products.

Small Plant News (USDA)
Newsletter for small and very small federal- and state-inspected establishment owners and operators.

Information for Small and Very Small Plants (USDA)
Information for small and very small federal- and state-inspected establishment owners and operators.

Food Defense Guidance Materials (USDA)
Guidance materials to help prevent an intentional attack on meat, poultry, and egg products,

Food Safety Inspection Podcasts (USDA)
Targeted toward the owners and operators of meat, poultry and processed egg products establishments.

Online References (USDA)
Reference materials for state, local and international studies, pathogen reduction, and HACCP.

Workforce Training (USDA)
Details on online knowledge resources, computer-based courses and materials, and classroom training.

Guidance on Foods (Except Meat, Poultry, and Egg Products)

Guidance, Compliance & Regulatory Information (FDA)
Highlights recent guidance, such as guidance on egg safety and produce.