Government Resources This section identifies the government agencies responsible for research, regulations and policies governing the health and safety of the U.S. food supply.

Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition (CFSAN)

CFSAN, a branch of the FDA, is responsible for promoting and protecting the public's health by ensuring that the nation's food supply is safe, sanitary, wholesome, and honestly labeled.

National Institutes of Health (NIH)

NIH is the primary Federal agency for conducting and supporting medical research.

National Technical Information Service (NTIS)

A source of government-funded scientific, technical, engineering and business related information.

United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)

The USDA develops and executes policy on farming, agriculture and food.

U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

The FDA is responsible for ensuring the safety of the food supply. Check the site for recent news on regulations and specific topics.