"USDA Implements New 'Product of USA' Labeling Standard for Consumer Protection"
The USDA has finalized a rule to align the voluntary "Product of USA" label claim with consumer understanding, ensuring that the claim is only used on meat, poultry, and egg products derived from animals born, raised, slaughtered, and processed in the United States. Additionally, the USDA is awarding $9.5 million to 42 projects through the Local Meat Capacity grant program to expand processing options for the meat and poultry industry and taking new actions to enhance transparency and competition in the U.S. seed industry. These efforts are part of the Biden-Harris Administration's commitment to promoting competition, fairness, and resilience in the agricultural and food industries.