National Cattlemen's Beef Association

About the author: The National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA) is a trade association, marketing organization, and advocate for America's cattle farmers and ranchers. Its members work to ensure the safety and quality of American beef.

The food supply in America, especially its beef supply, is safe. When food-borne illnesses occur, the cause is more likely the improper handling or preparation of food, instead of the use of chemicals and pesticides by farmers and ranchers. The efforts of the federal government and the beef industry help ensure that America's food does not pose health risks.

Americans have the safest food supply in the world. No other country can match the effective food safety record of the United States—no other country monitors domestically-produced and imported foods as closely.

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