USDA Food and Nutrition Policy Statement

1 PURPOSE

To state the policy and responsibilities of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) with regard to food and human nutrition.

2 POLICY

It is a policy of the USDA to promote optimal human health and well-being through improved nutrition. The department recognizes the importance of coordination of its human nutrition-related activities with the agricultural/food industry, other governmental agencies, and private or public institutions.