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The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association executive committee unanimously approved efforts to work with the USDA to address geographic origin statements.  NCBA is firmly opposed to mandatory Country-of-Origin labeling and is seeking solutions which “will resolve the concerns of beef producers,” while protecting commerce and meet trade obligations.  Specifically, NCBA i...

Montana’s Jon Tester has introduced a resolution in support of reestablishing Country of Origin Labeling.  The COOL resolution puts forth a firm statement of support for the program, which was repealed back in 2015.  The introduction follows months of coordination and collaboration by Senator Tester, who’s been pulling together consumer and producer stakeholders to push the labeling solution forwa

The U.S. Cattlemen’s Association has filed a petition for rule making with the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service.  They want the feds to address "Product of the U.S.A." and "Made in the U.S.A." claims on U.S. beef.  Since the repeal of country-of-origin labeling in 2015, USCA said there are no clear definitions for what constitutes a U.S. beef product.  USC...

The U.S. Cattlemen’s Association has filed a petition for rule making with the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service.  They want the feds to address "Product of the U.S.A." and "Made in the U.S.A." claims on U.S. beef.  Since the repeal of country-of-origin labeling in 2015, USCA said there are no clear definitions for what constitutes a U.S. beef product.  USC...

The U.S. Cattlemen's Association is urging President Trump to reinstate country-of-origin labeling for beef in USMCA.  Though COOL failed to make it into the final text of the NAFTA replacement, the organization says, “there is still an opportunity to address the unfair treatment of cattle and beef in this trade agreement.”   ...

When it comes to USMCA in Washington D.C., 27 Congressional Democratic in Congress have signed a petition pressing for “stronger language”.  They’ve also added a clause for reinstatement of Country-Of-Origin Labeling.  A move not welcomed by Canada or Mexico.   Meat Industry play...

The U.S. Cattlemen’s Association says the Montana country-of-origin meat labeling bill offers “truth in labeling.” USCA supports the legislation that would bring back a modified version of COOL for beef and pork sold within the state. The bill would r...

A new bill in the Montana legislature seeks country-of-origin labeling on meat products.  Senate Bill 206 would restore COOL for beef and pork sold in Montana.  Supported by the Northern Plains Resource Council, the council says the bill would require that placards be placed in meat counters to inform consumers about where the meat was born, raised, harvested and processed.  Northern Pla... Read M

The U.S. Cattlemen’s Association expressed disappoint the new trade deal between the U.S., Mexico and Canada does not include a viable pathway forward for country-of-origin labeling on U.S. beef products.  U.S. Cattlemen’s Association President Kenny Graner says the organization is “disappointed that the Administration turned its backs on U.S. cattle producers.”   ...

R-CALF is hopeful the details of the U.S.-Mexico announcement as part of NAFTA negotiations will include country-of-origin meat labeling.  R-CALF, a long-time supporter of COOL, in a statement by its CEO said:   “We hope that a further release of details will show that COOL will be required for Mexican beef and beef from Mexican cattle.”   The organi...