While feds have already moved to check E. Coli, the single incident fits into a larger story. Most food widely available throughout the U.S. may be safe, but many different food products are vulnerable to particular pathogens and contaminants. Some 2,400 incinerators presently are operating, and another 10-70 will be modified or built within the next five years. Existing facilities are allowed 3-5 years to comply, while new facilities are given six months. EPA is gathering comment from the selected industries and the public regarding the data base, which it plans to put on-line.
Industry questions the methods of data gathering and analysis.
Enviros claim that industry is trying to avoid further observation. Natural Events Almanac. It lists seasonal and regional migratory and reproductive patterns of U.S. plants and animals.