The Meat and Poultry Products Industry Coalition (MPP) is contesting the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposed wastewater guidelines. The proposed EPA rule expands regulatory reach to include more meat and…
‘Product of USA’ Rules Draws Ire from Other Countries
…for meat, poultry, and eggs, arguing it discriminates against Mexican producers and could disrupt binational production chains. The rule stipulates that these products must be exclusively raised, slaughtered, and processed…
Bird Flu Found in Texas Dairy Cows, NCBA Issues Statement
…are displaying symptoms of this condition. “Unlike affected poultry, I foresee there will be no need to depopulate dairy herds,” Miller said. “Cattle are expected to fully recover. The Texas…
Improving Trade Opportunities for U.S. Ag Exports
The Colombian market has been reopened for U.S. ag exports of poultry and egg products after several months of negotiation. After extensive engagement with the Office of the U.S. Trade…
Purina Offering $20,000 in Scholarships
…in pursuing their education. Undergraduate students and current high school seniors who have experience in raising and caring for small or large livestock, equine, or poultry, are eligible to apply…
Agriculture Secretary Explains Significance of ‘Product of USA’ Label Rule
…to expand processing options for the meat and poultry industry. Second, there are new actions to ensure transparency and a fair and competitive market in the U.S. seed industry. Listen…
‘Product of USA’ Labeling Rule Finalized by USDA
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has finalized a rule for the “Product of USA” label. It is aimed at accurately reflecting where meat, poultry, and egg products originate, to…
Final Rule Makes Adjustments to Packers and Stockyards Act
…retaliation, and deceptive practices in contract farming. Effective 60 days after its publication in the Federal Register, the rule establishes clearer standards to prevent unfair treatment in livestock and poultry…
Vilsack Focuses on Farming’s Future Despite Protester
…Administration has undertaken historic efforts to grow independent meat and poultry processing capacity in nearly every state, to bolster local and regional food systems so that farmers can sell directly…
Large Family Farms Account for Bulk of Commodity Production
…percent of poultry and eggs. The value of production by nonfamily farms ranged from five percent for both hay production and poultry and eggs production to 19 percent for specialty…
California Poultry Farms Struggling with Avian Flu Outbreaks
California poultry producers are struggling with a severe outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza. The World Organization of Animal Health has reported over 500 million birds lost globally to avian…
New Proposed California Anti-Ag Measure Could Have National Implications
…the county. That would affect dairies that would affect poultry operations,” said Director of Political Affairs with the California Farm Bureau, Steven Fenaroli, who explained those are two of the…
New Organic Livestock and Poultry Standards Established
…regarding outdoor access for poultry. Notably, the rule for organic livestock and poultry production will allow current organic poultry producers up to five years to implement these new regulations. The…
Tulare Supplants Kern as Most Productive Ag County
…percent, while livestock and poultry were more than 13 percent of the overall 2022 value. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook Sponsored Content Fungicide Resistance…