Harvest to Hue Act

This proposal asks the U.S. Department of Agriculture to help farmers grow and supply more natural ingredients used to color foods. It tells the agency to coordinate with other federal offices and food companies, and to support research (using its existing research programs) to boost U.S. production of natural color additives. The goal is to meet consumer demand for safer, more natural options while keeping science and public health at the center of decisions.

Lawmakers say this could open new markets for farmers, strengthen the food supply, and build consumer trust by relying on objective science and risk-based safety reviews. The bill does not set new food safety rules; it focuses on helping farmers and researchers work together to grow and process crops used for natural colors at scale.

• Who is affected: U.S. farmers, food companies, and consumers interested in natural food colors.
• What changes: USDA would facilitate farmer support, cross-agency and industry collaboration, and research on natural color additives within current programs.
• When: Would take effect after becoming law; no specific dates are listed in the text.