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Why states want to change 'Sell By' labels on food

Season 2026 Episode 157 | 3m 20s

Changes are coming to the commonly used sell-by dates on groceries in at least one state. PBS News multiplatform reporter Tim McPhillips spoke to two experts to get their take on the food labels and how you can save both your food and your money.

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