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The USDA’s new labeling for genetically modified foods went into effect Jan. 1. Here’s what you need to know
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The USDA’s new labeling for genetically modified foods went into effect Jan. 1. Here’s what you need to know

The goal was to get rid of the patchwork of different labels for foods and ingredients that have been scientifically tinkered with. However, the move also puts a greater burden on consumers to do their homework to understand what the labels mean.

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