Congresswoman Stefanik objects to USDA’s milk reduction proposal; howver, USDA has a response
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Elise Stefanik opposes on the Biden’s Administration’s released proposed rule that would reduce the amount of milk available to WIC families; however, USDA issued a reason for its action.
“Let our New York families drink milk,” Stefanik said. “The Biden Administration’s proposal to restrict the amount of milk available to WIC participants is wrong, especially at a time when 90% of Americans are not consuming enough dairy to meet nutrition standards. In addition, this administration is shamefully further restricting milk choice for families and keeping the door open for more forced vegan juice consumption.”
Here is the reason for the change according to the USDA. “Milk contains important nutrients. However, the current food packages provide milk up to 128% of the recommended daily amount of dairy. Therefore, NASEM recommends a modest reduction to the amount of milk in the packages while still providing it between 71-96% of the recommended amount of dairy, and the proposed rule includes this change. This reflects the supplemental nature of the program and would ensure the packages provide a better balance of food and nutrients as recommended by nutrition science.”
Posted: November 18th, 2022 under Agricultural News, Congressional News, National News, Northern NY News, Political News.