By Leah Douglas WASHINGTON -Dozens of U.S. ice cream producers are planning to remove artificial colors from their products by 2028, a dairy industry group and government officials said on Monday. The producers,

Many U.S. ice cream brands — accounting for over 90% of national sales — have pledged to remove artificial food dyes like Red 3, Red 40, Yellow 5, and Blue 1 from all ice creams and frozen dairy treats by 2028, according to the International Dairy Foods Association.

Ice cream makers are removing artificial food dyes from their products by 2028.  The International Dairy Foods Association is leading the voluntary effort with dozens of ice cream makers who represent 90% of the ice cream sold to food retailers and grocery stores.