Getting Information about Food Safety

U.S. Department of Agriculture

Provides information about meat and poultry inspection, tips for safe handling of food, food safety publications and newsletters, and who to call if you have a problem with food products. Call the toll-free Meat and Poultry Hotline and speak with experts in the field of food safety.

• Publications and Newsletters about Food Safety
  Who to call about a Problem with Food Products
  Meat and Poultry Hotline
  Recalls of Meat and Poultry Products

Food Recovery/Gleaning Information

U.S. Department of Agriculture

Provides information about community-based and national efforts to encourage gleaning and food recovery and to support private efforts to rescue food that otherwise might be wasted.

• Food Recovery/Gleaning Information
  

Tips for International Travelers

U.S. Department of Agriculture

Provides information on what agricultural items you can and can't bring back from overseas. Many are prohibited entry because they might harbor dangerous foreign animal or plant pests and diseases. Provides information on the requirements for importing and exporting a variety of plants, animals, and plant and animal products.

• Travelers Tips
  Import/Export Directory

Food Assistance Information

U.S. Department of Agriculture

Provides information about food assistance programs to help needy persons get access to a more nutritious diet. Find out who is eligible and how to apply for food assistance through programs including food stamps, supplemental food for women, infants, and children (WIC), school lunch/breakfast, and other child nutrition and family assistance programs.

• How to get information about food assistance
  Information about food stamps.

Nutrition Information

U.S. Department of Agriculture

Provides information about good nutrition and improving the eating habits of the nation's children.

• Dietary Guidelines for Americans
  Food Guide Pyramid Information
  Information about improving the nutritiion of children.

Enjoy our National Forests

USDA Forest Service

Provides descriptions of National Forests and information about recreational, educational and volunteer opportunities.

• Volunteer Opportunities
  Educational Opportunities
  Reserve Campsites in National Forests
  Recreational Activities in National Forests