Strong majorities of U.S. adults say food recalls have them at least somewhat concerned.
February 5/New York/PRNewswire -- Food recall announcements have become something of a news cycle staple in the past few years. From spinach and peanut butter to chicken and pet foods, there seems to be little left in the U.S. food supply that should not be viewed with at least a modicum of suspicion. As such, it is likely not surprising that strong majorities of U.S. adults say food recalls have them at least somewhat concerned (86%, with 58% somewhat concerned and 28% seriously concerned) and believe there should be more government oversight in regards to food safety (73%).
These are some of the results of The Harris Poll of 2,236 adults surveyed online between January 15 and 20, 2014. Food recall concerns -- and calls for increased government oversight where the food supply is concerned -- are stronger among some subsets of Americans than others: