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Venison
Venison
Also known as: deer meat
Low concern
Venison is a lean game meat. USDA FSIS has voluntary inspection for game meat.
Found in
90 products
What it is
Meat from deer (game meat).
Animal protein source.
Why it's flagged
- possible CWD prion exposure in endemic regions
- trichinella risk if undercooked
What regulators actually say
"Although there have been no reported cases of CWD infection in people, CDC recommends that hunters strongly consider having animals from areas where CWD is known to be present tested before eating."
"Game meats are not subject to mandatory inspection by the Food Safety and Inspection Service."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Regulated as game meat
European Union — EFSA
Authorized food, CWD surveillance recommended
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