wiegie Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 Pretty much with any non-food product you buy, you will see a "made in where-ever" label on it somewhere. This is not this case with most foods (seafood being the main exception). Do you think that a regulation should be passed to require "country of origin" labels on food and beverages? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darin3 Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 Pretty much with any non-food product you buy, you will see a "made in where-ever" label on it somewhere. This is not this case with most foods (seafood being the main exception). Do you think that a regulation should be passed to require "country of origin" labels on food and beverages? I don't see why not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ursa Majoris Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 I don't see why not. Exactly - why not? Same applies with genetically emgineered food - why shouldn't it be labeled as such? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh 0ne Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 Yes. One more way I could avoid buying ANYTHING made in China. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hat Trick Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 We won't buy Apple Juice for the kids unless it's made in the USA. We actually look at the food labels quite often when purchasing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perchoutofwater Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 I can't think of any reason not to have it labeled by country of origin. It would give us just one more chance to speak with our wallets should we so choose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
detlef Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 I am completely for this. I also am completely for buying as much from as close to your home as you can. It is better on so many levels. Money stays in your community, perishables are typically fresher, less energy is wasted shipping things all over the world, you have more certainty over what is in it... Around here there is a program called Eat Local Triangle. For a month, participating restaurants feature at least one item using "completely" local ingredients. The quotes are because you are allowed a little slack for things like spices and such. Basically, all the meat, dairy, starches, and veggies need to be from within 200 miles of the area. They would have made it closer but wanted to include seafood from the NC coast. We did a 3 course menu each night featuring such and still continue to focus on as much local meat and veggies as possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puddy Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 Yes. One more way I could avoid buying ANYTHING made in China. Do you really actively attempt to do this? I don't but couldn't imagine being successful if I tried. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh 0ne Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 Do you really actively attempt to do this? I don't but couldn't imagine being successful if I tried. Absolutely. I'm in the manufacturing industry and we're losing tons of work to China, so it has a very negative effect on my business, so I pay very close attention when purchasing anything making sure I am not supporting those that are hurting my wallet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puddy Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 Absolutely. I'm in the manufacturing industry and we're losing tons of work to China, so it has a very negative effect on my business, so I pay very close attention when purchasing anything making sure I am not supporting those that are hurting my wallet. So it's not really a China bias but an 'any country outside the U.S.' bias, no? A somewhat related question, are you a nudist? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hugh 0ne Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 So it's not really a China bias but an 'any country outside the U.S.' bias, no? A somewhat related question, are you a nudist? No, it's 100% a China bias. And I do lie naked in my backyard on occasion, but only when the neighbors are around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puddy Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 And to answer the poll question, it seems obvious that we should be told where it is made. Although I know that bananas always have a country of origin sticker on them for some reason. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puddy Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 (edited) I don't think the reason most items show country of origin is to educate consumers on that. It's more political. Apparel comes to mind and the textile and apparel industry have historically had very strong lobby's in D.C. With all the trade agreements, quota's etc. each country has origin requirements to ensure they are getting the duty they 'deserve'. Maybe there hasn't been as much protectionism in the food industry Edited July 27, 2007 by Puddy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Savage Beatings Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 Around here there is a program called Eat Local Triangle. Am I the only one here who found this to be deliciously dirty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keggerz Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 Absolutely. I'm in the manufacturing industry and we're losing tons of work to China, so it has a very negative effect on my business, so I pay very close attention when purchasing anything making sure I am not supporting those that are hurting my wallet. without China I wouldnt be in business....people complain as it is about the cost of items and as much as I would love to have our products made here I cant(mainly because there arent any plants here but you know what I mean)....I am however having a local seamstress make us replica colonial outfits but that is going to be on a very small scale and they will unfortunately have to be priced accordingly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keggerz Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 oh and fwiw there are some major things going on over in china that are going to cause their prices to rise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Holy Roller Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 Am I the only one here who found this to be deliciously dirty. Nope. Strange Triangle is always dicey, at best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
detlef Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 Am I the only one here who found this to be deliciously dirty. No, Thavage. I am not talking about upside-down rainbow triangles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yukon Cornelius Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 I also am completely for buying as much from as close to your home as you can we do this as much as possible... hit the farmers market, buy pork , beef, chicken, lamb , buffalo,elk from the neighbors etc... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragon Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 Absolutely. I'm in the manufacturing industry and we're losing tons of work to China, so it has a very negative effect on my business, so I pay very close attention when purchasing anything making sure I am not supporting those that are hurting my wallet. +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H8tank Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 I don't really care, but I don't buy seafood that comes from asia... unless it is seal testicles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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