Federal court rules North Carolina ‘ag-gag’ law unconstitutional 06.22.2020 By Ryan McCarthy The judge cited First Amendment grounds for overturning the law on undercover investigations at agriculture facilities.Read More
EEOC: COVID-19 tests permissible, antibody tests not 06.19.2020 By Erica Shaffer The agency clarified what is allowed under Americans With Disabilities Act.Read More
GOP lawmakers request less-stringent regulations on smaller meat processors 06.11.2020 By Ryan McCarthy Jim Jordan and Kelly Armstrong wrote the letter to Ag Secretary Sonny Perdue.Read More
Diners remain unsure about returning to restaurants 06.10.2020 By Kimberlie Clyma Health and safety concerns remain top reasons to keep eating at home.Read More
OSHA: Coronavirus cases considered recordable illnesses 05.28.2020 By Erica Shaffer Employers are responsible for tracking cases in their workplaces under revised recordkeeping rules.Read More
CDC details additional guidelines for reopening restaurants 05.28.2020 By Sam Danley The new directives stress the importance of social distancing while dining. Read More
Lawmaker seeks protections for small pork producers 05.21.2020 By Erica Shaffer Rep. Jim Hagedorn wants to ensure independent farmers are being treated fairly.Read More
USDA releases Coronavirus Food Assistance Program details 05.20.2020 By Erica Shaffer The $16 billion program will provide direct relief to some food producers.Read More
Iowa representative calls for state OSHA investigation 05.20.2020 By Ryan McCarthy Cindy Axne wants answers to a complaint filed about Tyson’s Perry, Iowa, plant.Read More
CDC issues guidance for reopening restaurants 05.19.2020 By Sam Danley The agency outlines safety and monitoring protocols for dining rooms.Read More
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