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Due to the repeal of the Country-of-Origin Labeling law in 2015, there is no clear definition for what constitutes a U.S. beef product. For example, cattle or beef that is imported into our borders and then undergoes further processing or handling at a USDA-inspected facility can be labeled as a "Product of the United States”, even if the handling of the product was minimal.This lack of a clearly defined label is highly misleading to the consumer. Consumers are only able to make wise choices if provided the information they need to make those choices.
Clear, Transparent, Defined labeling fulfills:
1. Consumers desire transparency and freedom of choice in the foods they purchase. Consumers are aware that there may be different feed, veterinary practices or husbandry practices that are used in raising beef or cattle in other countries. For example, some countries utilize forced or slave labor in the raising of cattle and production of beef. Other countries cause irreparable environmental damage, either through rainforest deforestation or harmful production practices. Consumers have the right to make decisions that align with their personal values and beliefs.
2. The ability of consumers and retailers to recognize products that have been recalled, thereby increasing food safety at home and in the grocery store. Consumers and retailers need to have the capacity to trace product and make smart decisions in the case of bio-security issues involving herd health or when emerging zoonotic diseases come to light
3. The prevention of U.S. economic loss by ensuring our ranchers, feedlot owners, and backgrounders are all allowed the opportunity to succeed in a global marketplace. U.S. cattle producers need to have the ability to differentiate their domestic product from imported product in the marketplace. Country-of-origin labeling prevents U.S. agriculture jobs from being outsourced to other countries who can produce beef at a lower cost due to less stringent environmental and workplace regulations. Just as Americans don't want U.S. factories moved overseas, why would we send agriculture jobs out of our country?
For more information, visit United States Cattlemen's Association at www.uscattlemen.org or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/uscattlemens.
Clear, Transparent, Defined labeling fulfills:
1. Consumers desire transparency and freedom of choice in the foods they purchase. Consumers are aware that there may be different feed, veterinary practices or husbandry practices that are used in raising beef or cattle in other countries. For example, some countries utilize forced or slave labor in the raising of cattle and production of beef. Other countries cause irreparable environmental damage, either through rainforest deforestation or harmful production practices. Consumers have the right to make decisions that align with their personal values and beliefs.
2. The ability of consumers and retailers to recognize products that have been recalled, thereby increasing food safety at home and in the grocery store. Consumers and retailers need to have the capacity to trace product and make smart decisions in the case of bio-security issues involving herd health or when emerging zoonotic diseases come to light
3. The prevention of U.S. economic loss by ensuring our ranchers, feedlot owners, and backgrounders are all allowed the opportunity to succeed in a global marketplace. U.S. cattle producers need to have the ability to differentiate their domestic product from imported product in the marketplace. Country-of-origin labeling prevents U.S. agriculture jobs from being outsourced to other countries who can produce beef at a lower cost due to less stringent environmental and workplace regulations. Just as Americans don't want U.S. factories moved overseas, why would we send agriculture jobs out of our country?
For more information, visit United States Cattlemen's Association at www.uscattlemen.org or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/uscattlemens.
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Things You Can Do Right Now
1. Sign the Petition: Americans Want Labeled Beef
2. Call Congress and tell them you want Country of Origin Labeling on U.S. beef products.
Capitol Hill Switchboard will connect you with your representatives: (202) 224-3121
2. Call Congress and tell them you want Country of Origin Labeling on U.S. beef products.
Capitol Hill Switchboard will connect you with your representatives: (202) 224-3121
3. Arm yourself with facts. Read the history of Country of Origin Labeling HERE.
4. Find & follow the United States Cattlemen's Association on Facebook and Twitter.
We're the only cattlemen's organization for the producer, by the producer, and we're leading this charge.
5. Visit the "Resources" tab on the top of the page for letters to Congress, your local newspaper,
and an informational brochure to hand out.
4. Find & follow the United States Cattlemen's Association on Facebook and Twitter.
We're the only cattlemen's organization for the producer, by the producer, and we're leading this charge.
5. Visit the "Resources" tab on the top of the page for letters to Congress, your local newspaper,
and an informational brochure to hand out.