FDA Elsa AI tool interface analyzing food safety data in lab

FDA Unveils Elsa AI Tool for Food Safety Oversight

Introduction The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) this week launched an advanced artificial intelligence system, named “Elsa,” aimed at streamlining food safety inspections and expediting product recalls. The tool, revealed on June 30, 2025, is designed to help FDA inspectors identify risks more effectively and prioritize actions to protect public health. Background Food recalls…