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Government Rejects Pork Labeling Changes, Brewer Says

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  • Minister Cameron Brewer announced the government will not amend pork labeling.
  • A Parliament committee recommended clearer pork labeling three years ago without a government response.
  • Brewer said current regulations already provide clear origin information for pork.
  • He said he is unaware of evidence that imported pork is broadly misleadingly branded.
  • His Fair Trading Amendment Bill would increase penalties for consumer-misleading conduct involving pork.