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California’s Food Label Revolution | Oakland News
California’s bold new food labeling law, kicking in July 1st, slashes confusion by replacing vague “sell by” dates with two clear labels: “BEST if Used by” for peak quality and “USE by” for safety—aiming to rescue billions of pounds of edible food from landfills. As the first state to standardize these labels, California’s move not only empowers consumers to make smarter choices but also eases pressure on food banks and could spark a national shift. With over 50 chaotic date labels currently in use nationwide, this change is a simple yet powerful step toward reducing waste and emissions—while…
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