Protecting Consumers Through Government Agencies
University of Wisconsin Extension expert Erna Carmichael explains two paths for consumer protection. Agencies like the state Department of Agriculture issue special and general orders to curb unlawful practices, with hearings and public input shaping final rules.
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Erna Carmichael
University of Wisconsin- Extension
Department of Agriculture
Agriculture Department
Consumer Council
Egg size and grade differ in quality guidance
Poultry expert Arnold Guthrie of the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture explains that large eggs are not necessarily the best buy. The first egg a hen lays is small but high quality, while later eggs grow larger though quality declines. He urges shoppers to rely on grade designations AA, A, or B rather than size.
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Arnold Guthrie
Wisconsin Department of Agriculture
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State Department of Agriculture
Milwaukee
Pete Graber
West Store
New Glarus, Wis
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