The poultry processing line includes trained workers, automated equipment, inspection and testing conducted by the USDA and plant personnel.
Once they arrive at the processing plant, chickens are processed quickly and humanely, thoroughly washed, chilled and inspected by the USDA. Inspectors, who are present in every processing plant, monitor the processing line to ensure the chicken you eat is safe and meets USDA safety standards.
When USDA inspection is complete, chicken can receive the USDA seal for wholesomeness and can be distributed to local grocers and restaurants for purchase.
We owe many thanks to the people who help bring chicken to our tables each day, on Ag Day and every day.