USDA Opens Comment Period on GMO Labeling Law

The USDA is seeking public comment on a rule to establish the National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard mandated by Congress in 2016.  The rule will regulate how genetically modified, or bioengineered ingredients, would be disclosed to consumers on food labels.

Ag Secretary Sonny Perdue says the rulemaking “presents several possible ways” to determine what foods will be covered by the final rule, and presents label options, as well.  American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall in a statement called the proposed rule fair, saying it “ensures that food facts win the day over hype.” The proposed rule is open for comment for 60 days and appeared in the Federal  Register Thursday.

Comments will be accepted through July 2^nd.  Public comment can be made online at the USDA’s Website.

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