Supporters and producers of organic foods petitioned the U.S. government for mandatory labeling of genetically engineered foods, and encouraged consumers to go online and join the cause.
France's ecology minister says she would seek labeling requirements for food containers made with bisphenol A (BPA) after a watchdog agency sharpened its concern about this chemical.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued two proposed regulations regarding calorie labeling on menus and menu boards in chain restaurants, retail food establishments, and vending machines.
On March 7th, 2003, the FDA proposed labeling and manufacturing standards for all dietary supplements. Under the cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practices) proposal, manufacturers would be required to evaluate the identity, purity, quality, strength and composition of their dietary ingredients and dietary supplements.