Urbandale is a city in Polk County, Iowa, with a population of approximately 45,580.
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USDA announces plans for food safety center in Urbandale
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USDA to open National Food Safety Center in Urbandale, IA as FSIS reorganizes
USDA to open National Food Safety Center in Urbandale, IA as FSIS reorganizes KGAN
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National Food Safey Center coming to Urbandale
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