New dietary guidelines are set to be released this year. However, ag groups across different sectors are worried the draft guidelines released last fall could become a reality.
The Advisory Committee recommended a focus on less red meat in favor of plant-based proteins. The National Pork Producers Council says it has concerns and says the recommendations do not support human health and nutrition. NCBA previously called the move a solution in search of a problem.
“While U.S. pork producers are committed to supporting human health and nutrition with safe, wholesome, and nutritious protein – the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee’s recommendations do not...Our nation’s health is at risk, as these Guidelines inform all federal nutrition programs – including those affecting our schoolchildren and the military – and provide recommendations to health professionals. We urge this Committee to do the right thing: follow the science,” said Rob Brenneman, NPPC Vice President and pork producer from Washington, Iowa.
