Food Advisory Committee

Food Advisory Committee Type: Boards, Commissions, and Committees Parent organization: Department of Agriculture Top organization: Department of Agriculture Employees: Varies (typically includes a range of experts) Executive: Chair Budget: Address: 1400 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20250, United States Website: https://www.usda.gov/topics/food-and-nutrition/advisory-committees Creation Legislation: Not specified by specific legislation, but operates under USDA's authority Wikipedia: Food Advisory Committee

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Mission The mission of the Food Advisory Committee is to advise the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) on matters related to food safety, nutrition, and consumer protection. It aims to enhance food quality, ensure the safety of the food supply, and promote nutritional health through policy recommendations and scientific advice.

Services Policy advice; Food safety recommendations; Nutrition policy

Regulations

Food Advisory Committee (FAC) provides expert advice to the USDA on policies concerning food safety, nutrition, and consumer protection. It plays a critical role in shaping regulations, programs, and initiatives that affect the food supply chain, public health, and nutritional education.

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Mission

The FAC's mission is to provide strategic guidance to the USDA on food-related issues, ensuring that food safety standards are robust, nutritional guidelines are science-based, and consumer interests are well-protected. The committee focuses on integrating the latest scientific research into policy to combat foodborne illnesses, promote healthy eating, and support sustainable food systems.

Parent organization

The FAC is managed by the Department of Agriculture (USDA), which oversees numerous programs aimed at ensuring food safety, nutrition, and agricultural support.

Legislation

While not established by a specific legislative act, the FAC operates under the general authority of the USDA to form advisory committees as per the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA).

Partners

• Food industry stakeholders
• Consumer advocacy groups
• Health and nutrition experts
• Academic and research institutions

Number of employees

The committee's size varies, typically including experts from various fields relevant to food safety and nutrition.

Organization structure

The FAC includes members with expertise in food science, public health, nutrition, consumer safety, and regulatory affairs.

Leader

The committee is led by a Chair, who guides its activities and represents the committee's recommendations to the USDA.

Divisions

There are no formal divisions, but the FAC might form subcommittees for specific areas:

• Subcommittees could focus on food labeling, dietary guidelines, or food safety standards.

List of programs

• Advising on food safety regulations and practices
• Recommendations for nutritional programs and guidelines
• Input on consumer protection policies related to food products

Last total enacted budget

The budget for the FAC is not publicly specified; it operates within the broader USDA budget for food safety and nutrition programs.

Staff

The FAC does not have dedicated staff; support is provided by USDA personnel.

Funding

Funding for the FAC's activities is part of the USDA's budget allocations for food safety, nutrition, and consumer protection initiatives.

Services provided

The FAC provides advisory services, focusing on enhancing food safety, promoting nutrition education, and ensuring consumer protection through policy recommendations that are informed by scientific research.

Regulations overseen

While the FAC does not directly oversee regulations, its advice influences USDA's policy-making, potentially impacting food safety regulations, nutritional guidelines, and consumer protection laws.

Headquarters address

1400 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20250, United States

History

The FAC has been a key advisor in USDA's efforts to improve food safety, nutrition standards, and consumer protection, evolving with changes in food science and public health needs over time.

External links

• Official USDA Food and Nutrition Advisory Committees Page
• wikipedia:Food Advisory Committee