In this article, Senior Analyst Daniel Castro discusses the role that IT can play in protecting the safety of our food supply. The nationwide recall of over half a billion eggs due to an outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis at two Iowa farms has reminded the public and Congress of the importance of food safety. But policymakers cannot solve the food safety challenges of the 21st century using 20th century techniques. Instead, Castro argues, policymakers should look to smart policies and innovative technology.
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URL: http://www.itif.org/files/2010-egg-epidemic.pdf
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