USDA changes GMO labeling to ‘bioengineered’

Published January 3, 2022 7:20 AM

(KYMA, KECY) - The United States Department of Agriculture's (USDA) new rules for labeling genetically modified foods took effect on Saturday.

The changes are part of the USDA's new rules on genetically modified organisms (GMO).

As of January 1, foods on supermarket shelves will be labeled as having been "bioengineered" instead.

In most cases, consumers will be able to find more information by using a phone number, website or QR code.

Some of the old labels consumers are familiar with will remain, like certified USDA organic and non-GMO project verified.

The USDA is not planning to do spot checks on food labels in grocery stores, but says it will respond to any written complaints.

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April Hettinger

April was born and raised in San Diego where she loved the beach town and her two dogs, Lexi and Malibu. She decided to trade the beach for the snow and advanced her education at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff.

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