FDA broadens irradiation use

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has expanded the use of irradiation to a maximum 4.5 kilog…

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has expanded the use of irradiation to a maximum 4.5 kilogray (kGy) dose for a variety of meat products.

The treatment of refrigeration and unrefrigerated uncooked meat, meat byproducts and certain meat food products is aimed at reducing levels of foodborne pathogens and extending shelf life.