Food Safety
Food safety is our top priority at Jennie-O Turkey Store. All Jennie-O® products sold in grocery stores, restaurants and elsewhere are safe to eat. In all circumstances, raw meat and poultry should be properly handled and cooked. Wash hands frequently and cook turkey to 165 degrees Fahrenheit, as measured by a meat thermometer.
Chief VeterinarianDirector, Technical Services
The team at Jennie-O has worked diligently to identify risks leading to Avian Influenza exposure and has subsequently updated protocols as well as implemented new programs to mitigate these risks. Although the type of influenza may vary, biosecurity interventions are not strain specific and will reduce risk regardless of the influenza type.
Our team members working with turkey flocks follow strict biosecurity protocols, and our experienced production and veterinary staff closely monitor and manage the health and welfare of our flocks. We continue to partner with regulatory, university, and industry colleagues to identify opportunities for improvement.
HPAI is an animal health issue, not a food safety issue. Please rest assured that your Jennie-O products are safe to eat and remember to follow proper handling and cooking instructions. As always, turkey should be cooked to 165° F, as measured by meat thermometer.
DVM, MPH, MAM, Diplomat ACPV