The association said processors and producers need time to consider and make changes to their facilities before changes in legislation are made.

The case is the result of an ongoing federal investigation into anticompetitive conduct in the broiler chicken industry, the agency said.

The suit was settled with the US District Court for the District of Minnesota.

Despite Supreme Court refusal to hear their case against Proposition 12, pork producers have an opportunity to lead on animal welfare.

Sweeping order directs USDA to consider new rules for meat labels, practices affecting producers and other issues affecting competition in agriculture.

A preliminary agreement was reached with a class of indirect turkey buyers.

The restaurant chain accused many of the companies that had been involved in other recent litigation.

The business admitted to violations in consent decree.

The company still needs approval from the US District Court.