Operation Stork Speed launches this spring to address infant formula shortages but will not immediately remove seed oils from products, according to sources. The initiative aims to streamline production and distribution following last year's Abbott Laboratories recall, which left shelves empty nationwide. While the administration tackles supply chain bottlenecks, it faces pressure from consumer groups to eliminate controversial seed oils linked to health concerns in formula.

Industry analysts expect this selective approach to stabilize prices for major players like Mead Johnson and Reckitt Benckiser, though investors remain wary of unresolved safety debates. The move signals a cautious regulatory stance, prioritizing immediate availability over sweeping ingredient changes.