And even in the private sector, Tyson Foods has committed to voluntarily removing petroleum food dyes from their products. To date, USDA has purchased over $300 million of fresh seafood, fruits and vegetables from domestic producers through the Agricultural marketing services section 32 program to distribute to food banks and nutrition assistance programs around this great country. Secretary Kennedy and I continue to work diligently in crafting the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which are set to be released very soon, way ahead of the current deadline. (03:52–04:11)
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Asserts the USDA's purchase and distribution of fresh produce to support food banks and nutrition programs.
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