USDA updates meat and poultry labeling guidelines, promoting third-party verification for animal-raising and environmental claims.

USDA updates guidelines for meat and poultry labels, encouraging third-party verification for animal-raising and environmental claims such as "raised without antibiotics," "grass-fed," and "free-range." The updated guidelines aim to ensure truthful and non-misleading labeling practices in grocery stores and promote fair competition in the American economy. Third-party certification is recommended to verify accuracy of these claims, and the USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service will review submitted documentation before labels can be used on consumer products.

August 28, 2024
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