Can food produced in the United States spread COVID-19?

There is no evidence to suggest that food produced in the United States or imported from countries affected by COVID-19 can transmit COVID-19.

How can meat and poultry processing workers be exposed to COVID-19?

Type of contact – meat and poultry processing workers may be exposed to the infectious virus through respiratory droplets in the air – for example, when workers in the plant who have the virus cough or sneeze. It is also possible that exposure could occur from contact with contaminated surfaces or objects, such as tools, workstations, or break room tables. Shared spaces such as break rooms, locker rooms, and entrances/exits to the facility may contribute to their risk.

Is food imported from countries and states affected by the coronavirus at risk of spreading it?

Currently, there is no evidence to support transmission of COVID-19 associated with imported goods and there are no reported cases of COVID-19 in the United States associated with imported goods.

Are meat processing plants The Weakest Link in the food supply chain?

During the pandemic, meat processing businesses appeared to be the weakest link throughout the food supply chain. Meat processing plants have been virus hot spots as workers have fallen ill with COVID-19, some of them dying. Starting in early April, affected plants began closing.

Is there a food shortage in the United States?

Food production and manufacturing are widely dispersed throughout the U.S. and there are currently no wide-spread disruptions reported in the supply chain. USDA and the Food and Drug Administration are closely monitoring the food supply chain for any shortages in collaboration with industry and our federal and state partners.

Why is there a shortage of meat in grocery stores?

Meatpacking plants don’t have enough workers as they get sick and have heightened anxiety. And grocery shoppers and restaurants can’t get their typical cuts or supply of meat. Major grocers, including Kroger and Costco, added purchase limits this week for meat to prevent hoarding and help keep it in stock.

Is the food supply chain breaking?

“The food supply chain is breaking.” Tyson also revealed that his company had put new safety measures in place: taking workers’ temperatures, increasing cleaning and sanitizing, and using social distancing. Other meat processing companies made similar changes.

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