‘Product of the USA’ label changes supported by Montana cattlemen

Jamie Henneman
Apr 7, 2023
Apr 7, 2023

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A proposal by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to create requirements for when a “Product of the USA” or “Made in the USA” label can be used is being met with support from cattle groups in Montana.

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