Harvest to Hue Act

HR 3358, the Harvest to Hue Act, directs the U.S. Department of Agriculture to boost farmers' ability to grow and harvest crops used for natural food coloring (like beet juice for red or turmeric for yellow), directly supporting agricultural producers and the food industry. The bill requires the Secretary of Agriculture to coordinate efforts within the department, partner with food industry groups, and focus existing research on advancing natural color additive production. This aims to strengthen the U.S. food supply chain by expanding natural coloring options that align with consumer preferences and science-based safety standards. The legislation emphasizes enhancing farmer access to markets for these products while maintaining transparency and public health protections.