Civil cause of action for disparagement of perishable food products in Minnesota.

This bill establishes a civil cause of action for individuals who knowingly make false statements disparaging perishable food products, intending to harm their reputation. The disparagement must claim the product is unsafe for consumption or that its agricultural practices render it unsafe. The court may award damages, including general damages, special damages, or other relief deemed just and equitable. The action must be commenced within one year of the cause of action arising.

Civil cause of action for disparagement of perishable food products in Minnesota.

This bill establishes a civil cause of action for individuals who knowingly make false statements disparaging perishable food products, intending to harm their reputation. The disparagement must claim the product is unsafe for consumption or that its agricultural practices render it unsafe. The court may award damages, including general damages, special damages, or other relief deemed just and equitable. The action must be commenced within one year of the cause of action arising.