The new position was created to strengthen on-the-job training and promote consistent application of policy for inspection ...

During fiscal year 2026, FSIS expects to phase in 100 CSI training leader positions in three waves. The first wave will be implemented in the second quarter of 2026. The agency no ...

Additionally, this year, FSIS signed updated, comprehensive cooperative agreements with all 29 states that operate state meat and poultry programs. These agreements clarify expectations for oversight ...

In Alethea “Missy” Payton’s nearly 31-year career, she has advanced through FSIS in several in-plant positions: food inspector, consumer safety inspector (CSI) and supervisory CSI. She also was a ...