Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announced on July 10, 2026, that ten more meat and poultry companies have adopted USDA’s voluntary Product of USA label, which is reserved for products from animals born, raised, harvested and processed in the USA.
The new companies
- Harris Ranch and One World Beef (California), Upper Iowa Beef (Iowa), American Foods Group (multiple locations), Agri Beef (Idaho)
- FPL Food (Georgia), Hadrick Farms (South Dakota), Fort Worth Meats (Texas), Wholestone Farms (Nebraska) and Harrison’s Poultry (Illinois)
USDA said it expects more processors to join in the coming months. RFD-TV reported USDA is pairing the label with its Strengthening Processing for U.S. Ranchers program for small and mid-sized beef processors.
“Origin should never be a mystery.”
Juan Ramos, Founder and CEO, Fort Worth Meats
Why it matters for Made in USA
Since January 1, 2026, the “Product of USA” claim on meat requires that every step, from birth to processing, happen in the USA. Before, imported meat could carry the claim after minimal processing here. More big processors using the label makes it easier for shoppers to find fully USA-origin meat. Related: USDA’s Product of USA awareness campaign.
FAQ
What does the Product of USA label mean on meat?
The animal was born, raised, harvested and processed in the USA.
Is the label mandatory?
No. It is voluntary, but products that use it must meet the standard.
Which companies joined in July 2026?
Harris Ranch, One World Beef, Upper Iowa Beef, American Foods Group, Agri Beef, FPL Food, Hadrick Farms, Fort Worth Meats, Wholestone Farms and Harrison’s Poultry.
Source & credit
Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture, July 10, 2026: “Secretary Rollins Announces Growing Momentum Behind USDA’s Product of USA Label with 10 New Companies Joining Initiative”. First seen via KFGO.