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A Call To Test And Hold For Poultry And Meats
April 12, 2011 The U. S. Department of Agriculture has long recommended that meat and poultry processors, after testing samples for contaminants, hold back the tested lots from sale until results are in.
"However, some establishments are releasing products into commerce prior to receiving test results which poses a threat to public health."
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced a proposal from the USDA that would stop that practice for good making a "test and hold" policy mandatory.