California lawmakers are tackling mandating clear country of origin labels.
Sponsors say that the mandate would protect local producers and make it easier for shoppers to distinguish local products from foreign ones.
California’s central valley is considered the fruit and nut basket of the world. That region alone accounts for 25% of the nation’s food.
Supporters of the bill say that California families deserve to know if the produce they purchase comes from down the road or from halfway around the world.
Related Stories
Lyon Ranch Beef launched in 2025 as the family looked for a new way to grow its operation.
Only 41% of Americans feel confident ordering the right steak. Outback Steakhouse CSO Chef Efrem Cutler shares tips on steak cuts, marbling, tenderness, seasoning, and choosing the right cut for your taste.
More than a century after Jessica Smith’s ancestor grew grapes, the family is returning to vineyard production.
Labor Day Weekend Brings a Full Day of Food, Music, and Farm Family Entertainment to RFD-TV.
The “Fun for the Whole Country!” theme will highlight agriculture and education in Music City.
Registered dietitian Amy Goodson discusses how families can incorporate more protein into everyday meals.
