Campbell’s Ensures Soups Use Authentic Ingredients, No 3D Printed Meat
Campbell’s has taken a strong stance to clarify its ingredient sourcing, particularly regarding its soups. The food company firmly denies claims that its products contain 3D-printed meat or any form of bioengineered chicken.
Clarification on Ingredients
This clarification follows the release of leaked audio involving a vice president of information technology at Campbell’s. In that recording, remarks were made suggesting that the company’s meat originated from a 3D printer. In response, Campbell’s issued a statement asserting that these comments are entirely false.
Reputable Suppliers and Standards
According to Campbell’s, they source chicken exclusively from reputable suppliers in the United States. These suppliers adhere to strict USDA standards, ensuring the quality and authenticity of the ingredients used in their soups.
- No use of lab-grown or bioengineered meat.
- Chicken sourced from reputable suppliers in the US.
- All ingredients meet USDA standards.
Background of the Incident
The controversy emerged as part of a lawsuit initiated by a former employee, who claimed to have recorded the comments made by IT Vice President Martin Bally. During the conversation, Bally allegedly made several inappropriate remarks, including derogatory statements about the food.
Company Response
In light of this incident, Campbell’s has placed Bally on leave pending an internal investigation. They emphasize that the comments made in the audio do not reflect the company’s practices and are from an individual not involved in food production.
Campbell’s reassures its customers of their commitment to quality and authenticity, stating, “We do not use lab-grown chicken or any form of artificial or bioengineered meat in our soups.” This statement aims to restore consumer confidence in the brand amidst the controversy.
