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Americans' Trust in Food Safety Drops

Updated 2026-10-08 08:10 UTC 1 source Negative

A new Gallup poll shows a significant decline in Americans' trust in the safety of food on grocery store shelves and the federal government's ability to regulate it. This could impact consumer behavior and regulatory policies.

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Americans' trust in the food safety net is spoiling

Data: Gallup; Chart: Avery Lotz/AxiosAmericans' confidence in the safety of food on grocery store shelves — and in the federal government's ability to regulate it — has plummeted to ne

2026-10-08 08:01 UTC