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Food Labelling

Do you know what terms like "free-range", "bred free-range", or "grain-fed" really mean?

Or are you, like most of us, pretty confused and uncertain about the seemingly arbitrary use of these terms on food labels?

RSPCA Australia believes:

  • The public should have full and accurate information about the production method used for the animal products they buy.
  • Labelling of food products should be clear and unambiguous.
  • We need legally defined and nationally consistent definitions of the terms that describe a particular method of production (e.g. free-range).

Why?

So that when you buy food with a label that implies good animal welfare (e.g. free-range), you can be assured that certain minimum standards have been met. And, with increased consumer confidence and demand in such products, more and more producers will provide higher standards of welfare for the animals in their care.

An independent review into food labelling law and policy has just begun. An initial round of public consultations was held and the review committee published an Issues Consultation Paper based on the many submissions received. A further round of public consultation has now commenced. You have until 14 May 2010 to voice your opinion and we strongly encourage you to do so. You can enter a written submission or attend one of the public consultation meetings being held around the country (see website below for further details). This is your chance to help clear up the confusion in animal welfare labelling!

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