That's enough to close the question for most people. Therefore we need labels so people can choose not to buy irradiated food. That sounds vague, and people tend to tune out and assume the government is acting in their best interests. Fortunately, some people look at life holistically.
Food irradiation gives the factory farming system a new lease on life.
Meat and chicken producers can continue business as usual, and 'clean up' the product at the end of the line. Many small changes in animal raising and slaughter have contributed to the recent outbreaks of food poisoning and product recalls. As of February 22, irradiated food can legally be sold. Already major meat packers Excel, IBP, Tyson, Emmpak and Colorado Boxed Beef have announced they will irradiate. Kraft has jumped on the bandwagon, but has not yet announced which products.