Japanese Radiation Information

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Note: The Utah Department of Agriculture and Food is monitoring the developments in Japan with regards to our food supply. The Department will make public announcements should a threat to the food supply arise.

Since the beginning of the Japan 2011 event, the UDAF has coordinated several times per week with its Federal and State partners to assure that agricultural products are not compromised.

 

Offered here is a list of Internet sites relating to radiation and food safety

 

Utah DEQ Radiation Control Updates
EPA Updates
FDA Updates

CDC (Centers for Disease, Control and Prevention) statement
United Nations Perspective
USDA does not believe there should be concern over imported USDA regulated products from Japan.
USDA radiation safety page
FDA’s screening at U.S. borders will remain vigilant and will be augmented with radiation screening of shipments.
U.S. FDA talking points

Defense Against Raidoactive Fallout on the Farm

 

Posted April 13, 2011