Federal court rejects swine slaughter line speed provisionBy Erica ShafferA judge ruled that USDA-FSIS failed to consider whether increasing line speeds would harm workers.
USDA names Paul Kiecker as new FSIS administratorBy Joel CrewsCarmen Rottenberg is stepping away to work in the private sector.
Economic Research Service sees possible budget cuts, againBy Jay SjervenThe budget reduction reflects proposed cuts in research, publications and staff.
