Amid tussle over milk labeling, FDA proposes ‘voluntary nutrient statements’ – February 23, 2023

Amid tussle over milk labeling, FDA proposes ‘voluntary nutrient statements’ Americans know the difference in origin between cow’s milk and plant-based milk, and they ought to be told when a dairy alternative has a different nutrient makeup, said the Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday. Its proposal, for a statement… Continue reading

USDA issues grants to expand local meat processing capacity – February 22, 2023

USDA issues grants to expand local meat processing capacity Five independent processors will receive grants totaling $59 million to expand local meat processing capacity, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said on Tuesday. The grants are part of a $1 billion initiative by the administration to strengthen the food supply chain and… Continue reading

President’s Day 2023

(AG Insider) As we near George Washington’s birthday Feb. 22 and celebrate Presidents’ Day Feb. 20 (which has traditionally honored both George Washington and Abraham Lincoln), it is an opportunity to look back at the impact that those presidents had on agriculture in the United States. Many will honor the… Continue reading