Congress approves $867B farm bill 12.13.2018 By Erica Shaffer Meat industry stakeholders see the legislation as a big win for producers.Read More
Race to the finish line: 2018 farm bill 12.11.2018 By Jay Sjerven The compromise bill includes elements from House and Senate versions.Read More
State levies fine for Smithfield water violations 12.06.2018 By MEAT+POULTRY Staff The action stems from a problem at a wastewater facility operated by the processor.Read More
Lawmakers reach agreement ‘in principle’ on farm bill 11.29.2018 By Jay Sjerven and MEAT+POULTRY Staff House, Senate ag leaders waiting for cost estimates.Read More
Meat ballot initiatives in US states could affect national outlook 11.28.2018 By Jay Sjerven California farm animal confinement measure approved, split decision on taxing food and beverages.Read More
FDA to expand mandatory recall authority 11.05.2018 By Erica Shaffer The agency is addressing cases where companies won’t voluntarily issue a recall of suspect food products.Read More
Gag order struck down in North Carolina hog nuisance case 11.01.2018 By Ryan McCarthy The three-judge panel said the order violated the First Amendment. Read More
EU approves limits on antibiotics use in farm animals 10.26.2018 By Erica Shaffer Imports must meet EU standards.Read More
Mar-Jac Poultry, DOJ settle discrimination case 10.10.2018 By Erica Shaffer The agency accused the poultry processor of discriminating against ‘work-authorized non-US citizens.’Read More
OSHA cites New Jersey pet food manufacturer 10.09.2018 By MEAT+POULTRY Staff Hamiltime Herb Co. faces $152,829 in penalties.Read More