LABELS UNWRAPPED

Under the law, a food label is more than just the food packaging attached to a product. Learn how labels are regulated and the roles of the FDA and USDA... What information is required on food labels? Who regulates food labels? And why are food labels important? Although most of us encounter food packaging on a daily basis, many of us struggle to sort through the facts behind the myriad stamps, certifications, and health claims on food labels. Created by the research team at Vermont Law School's Center for Agriculture and Food Systems, this website aims to break down the law of food labels and empower consumers to take charge of their food purchasing decisions... Food labels are supposed to inform, protect, and empower consumers. Take charge of your food purchasing decisions by understanding how to read food labels.