Last month, the U.S. Department of Agriculture approved the use of ionizing radiation to curb pathogens in raw meats such as ground beef, steaks, and pork chops. The rule, which goes into effect next month, requires labeling of treated meats.
Irradiation is “the only known method to eliminate deadly Escherichia coli O157:H7” in raw meats, the agency maintains.
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