Miyoko’s Kitchen has filed a complaint against the California Department of Food and Agriculture, reports the San Francisco Chronicle. In December, the department told the company that it needed to remove certain labels from its packaging and marketing materials. This includes calling its vegan spread butter, its lactose free claim, and a photo on the company’s website of a woman hugging a cow. Miyoko’s complaint argues that this violates the company’s First Amendment rights.
Founder Miyoko Schinner says, “We believe this will restrict the advancement of new and sustainable food systems. California is supposed to be a progressive state that should be setting a gold standard for fighting climate change.” Full Story
Related: Vegan Cheeses Gain Momentum Amid Investments; Miyoko's to Work with Dairy Farmer on Plant-Based Foods.
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