Canadian meat labels are designed to sell, not to inform. 'Natural' has no legal definition. 'Free-run' means the chicken wasn't in a cage — but it may never have seen sunlight. 'Organic' means the feed was organic but doesn't guarantee grass-fed. Here's a plain-English guide to every label you'll see — which ones matter and which ones are marketing.
How to Read Meat Labels in Canada: A Buyer's Guide
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