(NAFB.com) – The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service is soliciting nominations for membership to the National Advisory Committee on Microbiological Criteria for Foods. This advisory committee is charged with providing impartial scientific advice and recommendations to the USDA and other government agencies on microbiological and public health issues relating to the safety of the U.S. food supply. USDA expects to appoint 30 committee members in 2025, whose work will include reviewing FSIS’ regulatory approach to Listeria. “For the past 36 years, experts serving on the National Advisory Committee have played a critical role in fortifying our food safety standards and ensuring they rely on the latest science,” says Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack. “Our approach to food safety must continually evolve, and those serving on this committee will help us strengthen our regulatory framework and programs that best safeguard the health and well-being of American families.” More information is available at fsis.usda.gov.