US cattle producers, USDA react to coronavirus 03.17.2020 By Ryan McCarthy NCBA and USCA released plans for handling the situation.Read More
USDA takes steps to ensure school meal programs continue during pandemic 03.17.2020 By Joel Crews The comment period for proposed reforms to increase flexibility was extended by 30 days.Read More
Ontario seeks public comments on farm trespass bill 03.16.2020 By Erica Shaffer Opponents of the legislation say it is modeled after US ‘ag-gag’ laws.Read More
Organizers postpone Meat Industry Summit, interpack 03.13.2020 By Kimberlie Clyma and Anna Wiber The cancellations were part of the ongoing coronavirus concerns around the world.Read More
NCBA cancels Spring Legislative Conference 03.13.2020 By Erica Shaffer ‘Anxiety and uncertainty’ over the coronavirus prompted the organization’s decision to cancel the annual event.Read More
Oklahoma joins pushback against California Prop. 12 03.12.2020 By Erica Shaffer Attorney General Mike Hunter has filed a brief arguing the law is unconstitutional.Read More
NPPC: Coronavirus could have ‘serious market disruption’ for pork 03.12.2020 By Ryan McCarthy The trade association is asking government officials.Read More
Chlorine-washed chicken issues part of upcoming US/UK trade agreements 03.11.2020 By Kimberlie Clyma There has been a ban on chicken exports to the EU since 1997.Read More
Industry suppliers, stakeholders discuss coronavirus preparation and impact 03.10.2020 By Joel Crews Attendees of FPSA’s annual conference share how their companies are coping with the virus.Read More
USMEF: Pork maintains substantial volume numbers in January 03.10.2020 By Ryan McCarthy Coronavirus is expected to negatively impact numbers in the coming months.Read More