date:Mar 20, 2013
Federal Meat Inspection Act in 1906, regulatory outcomes have fallen short of public expectations. The Food Safety Modernization Act of 2011 promised ambitious reforms, but inadequate funding and administrative delay have blunted its impact.
Private food safety audits and certification have the potential to complement government efforts and enhance food safety. As a general matter, private certification transcends limits that hamper government regulation. Key to its success is market demand. In