Why has this not ALWAYS been required? Archive: https://archive.today/kkiSp From the post: >>In just two days, Americans may start noticing a change to the labels on their meat and egg products as a new rule takes effect. In March 2024, Tom Vilsack, USDA secretary at the time, announced the finalization of a rule that will require that 'Product of USA' food labels only be used on products derived from animals that were born, raised and slaughtered within the US. The new rule is set to take effect January 1, 2026 and will apply to meat, poultry and egg products. Currently, regulations allow products derived from animals born, raised and slaughtered outside of the US to be labeled 'Product of USA' as long as they are at least packaged in America. Vilsack said at the time: 'Today’s announcement is a vital step toward consumer protection and builds on the Biden-Harris Administration’s work to bolster trust and fairness in the marketplace where smaller processors can compete.