LOOK FOR NEW FOOD LABELS

The Mandatory Country of Origin Labeling (COOL) law for food labels has been in full effect since March. The country of origin must be shown on labels so you can "Buy American" if you choose or check to see if there is a health hazard in the country that grew the frozen vegetables you're thinking of buying. The COOL law had already been in place for fish and fresh fruits and vegetables. The law is important to collectors of labels, because in years to come the labels will be an indication of the age of the label or package.