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R-Calf Calling For COOL In The 2023 Farm Bill
R-Calf Calling For COOL In The 2023 Farm Bill
R-Calf Calling For COOL In The 2023 Farm Bill
R-Calf USA is warning of catastrophic consequences if the 2023 Farm Bill doesn’t include reforms.  CEO Bill Bullard said the future important infrastructure components to remain competitive such as participants, cattle and markets are in jeopardy.   “And f...
Vilsack Announces New Independent Processors Funding
Vilsack Announces New Independent Processors Funding
Vilsack Announces New Independent Processors Funding
On Monday, Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack announced an $89 million investment to finance the startup and expansion of independent meat processors.  USDA also announced the department's initial steps to create a more competitive marketplace for seeds and other agricultural inputs.  Vilsack...
USDA Announces $59 Million Investment in Meat Processing Capacity
USDA Announces $59 Million Investment in Meat Processing Capacity
USDA Announces $59 Million Investment in Meat Processing Capacity
The Department of Agriculture this week announced a $59 million investment to increase independent meat and poultry processing capacity.  The funding also seeks to expand market opportunities for farmers and create jobs in rural areas.  The investment is part of the Biden administration's Action Plan for a Fairer, More Competitive, and More Resilient Meat and Poultry Supply Chain.  The action p...
USDA: Beef Numbers Up, White Meat Down In February
USDA: Beef Numbers Up, White Meat Down In February
USDA: Beef Numbers Up, White Meat Down In February
When it comes to the meat production and price forecast for the month of February, USDA World Ag Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski says things are pretty straight forward.  He noted things are looking up when it comes to beef production and price.   “...
Bill to Expand, Strengthen Meat Processing To Be Reintroduced
Bill to Expand, Strengthen Meat Processing To Be Reintroduced
Bill to Expand, Strengthen Meat Processing To Be Reintroduced
Representatives Chellie Pingree of Maine and Jim Baird of Indiana, along with Senators John Thune of South Dakota and Sherrod Brown of Ohio, plan to reintroduce legislation to support small meat and poultry processors.  Supporters of the Strengthening Local Processing Act say the legislation will diversify and make U.S. m...
HPAI Detected In Non-Commercial Flock In Oregon
HPAI Detected In Non-Commercial Flock In Oregon
HPAI Detected In Non-Commercial Flock In Oregon
Last week, the Oregon Department of Agriculture announced the confirmation of the state’s first detection of highly pathogenic avian influenza in a non-commercial flock.  According to USDA, the flock was discovered November 29th in Columbia County, and included roughly 20 chickens.     ...

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