FDA: Food protection plan shows progress

WASHINGTON, July 2 (UPI) -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration says its plan to keep U.S. citizens enjoying one of the safest food supplies in the world shows significant progress.

The FDA said its Food Protection Plan Progress Report, released Wednesday, shows significant areas of activity in its efforts to address domestic and global changes in food supply.

"The Food Protection Plan is the comprehensive framework the agency needs to enhance the protection of our nation's food supply," said FDA Commissioner Andrew von Eschenbach. "Implementing the strategic approaches outlined in the plan is essential if we are to enhance our ability to respond and intervene in foodborne outbreaks."

The progress report is available at www.fda.gov/oc/initiatives/advance/food/progressreport.html