Tyson Is Sued Over Labeling of ‘Climate-Smart’ Beef
Published On Sep 18, 2024, 2:35 PM
The Environmental Working Group has filed a consumer-protection lawsuit against Tyson Foods, alleging the company misleads consumers with misleading claims about its climate-friendly practices and goals. The lawsuit challenges marketing claims that Tyson is committed to achieving 'net-zero' emissions by 2050 and labels its beef as 'climate-smart,' arguing that industrial beef production can never be truly climate-smart due to high emission levels. Tyson responded by emphasizing its long-standing commitment to sustainable practices, yet the lawsuit raises questions about the transparency and validity of its environmental claims.