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How California can ensure wine labeled ‘American’ uses exclusively American grapes
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Guest Commentary written by Jason Smith Jason Smith is a second-generation wine grape grower in Monterey County. He is the president and CEO of Valley Farm Management. The California Legislature will soon have to choose between siding with global beverage companies that view []
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Fox Business
· Jul 2, 2026
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California's standardized food date-labeling law requires uniform wording for quality and safety dates while eliminating consumer-facing sell by labels.
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· Jun 29, 2026
Is ranch dressing American? What to know about the World Cup's breakout condiment
Ranch-style dressing has apparently become popular enough with foreigners visiting the US that the Transportation Safety Administration (TSA) was forced to issue a PSA reminding them to stop bringing home bottles in their carry-ons.
The Independent
· Jul 1, 2026
Your food labels have been confusing for years - California is finally fixing it
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DNyuz
· Jul 3, 2026
California’s illegal fireworks trade fueled by nefarious interstate pipeline
California fireworks fans hungry for more high-powered pyrotechnics not sold in the state are heading for the Nevada border to get their illegal Fourth of July fix. The Golden State only sells firecrackers that are certified “safe and sane” and sold by licensed sellers. But dozens of dealers in Nevada just miles from the California []
Off The Press
· Jun 28, 2026
New Calif. tax threatens to cripple struggling vineyards
California’s Napa Valley is fermenting into a full-blown revolt as furious vineyard owners warn a new fee could leave them paying tens of thousands of dollars a year — the latest financial punch threatening to crush the struggling wine industry. Farmers across the iconic Northern California enclave say they are staring down financial disaster as []...Click to read more
Washington Examiner
· Jul 1, 2026
America 250 should mean American food on American tables
As Americans gather to celebrate Independence Day and the country’s 250th birthday, millions of families will gather around backyard grills, picnic tables, and kitchen tables to share meals they assume were grown and produced right here in the United States. But many of the canned fruits and vegetables on grocery store shelves actually come from []
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Related coverage for "How California can ensure wine labeled ‘American’ uses exclusively American grapes": Fox Business — California bans consumer-facing 'sell by' food labels under new law aimed at reducing waste. The Hill — Is ranch dressing American? What to know about the World Cup's breakout condiment. The Independent — Your food labels have been confusing for years - California is finally fixing it . DNyuz — California’s illegal fireworks trade fueled by nefarious interstate pipeline. Off The Press — New Calif. tax threatens to cripple struggling vineyards. Washington Examiner — America 250 should mean American food on American tables