USDA Expands ‘Product of USA’ Label

USDA Expands 'Product of USA' Label

Source: Fox News

Summary

The Trump administration has announced that 10 additional companies will use the “Product of USA” label on their meat and poultry products. This initiative, launched by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), aims to help consumers identify American-made products. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins stated that the label gives consumers confidence in the origin of their meat, poultry, and egg products. The USDA finalized the updated standard for American meat in 2024, which shifts from previous labeling rules that allowed some imported meat to be labeled as US-made.


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As expected, the matter has reached another stage.

The USDA has added 10 new companies to the list of those using the “Product of USA” label. These companies include Harris Ranch, One World Beef, and Upper Iowa Beef, among others. The label is intended to give consumers confidence in the origin of their meat, poultry, and egg products. The USDA has also announced a new initiative to provide up to $500 million to help small- and mid-sized beef processors expand their domestic operations.

It’s worth noting that the “Product of USA” label has become a familiar feature in the grocery store, and its expansion is seen as a way to promote American agriculture and support domestic producers.


Author: Evan Null