WASHINGTON, June 14, 2023 The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced today that it is implementing a multi-step effort aimed at strengthening the substantiation of animal-raising claims. This action builds on the significant work USDA has already undertaken to protect consumers from false and misleading labels and to implement President Bidens Executive Order on Promoting Competition in the American economy.
Consumers should be able to trust that the label claims they see on products bearing the USDA mark of inspection are truthful and accurate, said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. USDA is taking action today to ensure the integrity of animal-raising claims and level the playing field for producers who are truthfully using these claims, which we know consumers value and rely on to guide their meat and poultry purchasing decisions.
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Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service