USDA names MSU duo to NACMPI

WASHINGTON - The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the appointment of 10 new members to the National Advisory Committee on Meat and Poultry Inspection (NACMPI). Under Secretary for Food Safety Dr. Mindy Brashears said “(t)hese committee members represent a diverse group distinguished by their knowledge and interest in meat and poultry safety. Their expertise and advice play a key role in informing USDA’s food safety decisions to ensure the U.S continues to have one of the safest food systems in the world.” The new NACMPI members appointed to serve two-year terms include a pair from Mississippi State University Extension Director, Dr. Jimmy L. Avery, whose specialty is in Catfish Aquaculture; and Dr. Byron Williams, Associate Extension Professor at the Central Mississippi Research and Extension Center in Raymond, Miss. He is a specialist on Muscle foods; meat science, and meat processing. (Source: Quality Assurance Magazine 08/25/20) https://www.qualityassurancemag.com/article/usda-appoints-new-food-safety-advisory-committee-members/