This week the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee offered a new report on its recommendations to the USDA and the Department of Health and Human Services, as the agencies work to …
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APHIS Releases Fact Sheet to Answer Questions on Electric Identification Eartag Rule
In April, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) announced the final rule that amends and strengthens its animal disease traceability regulations for certain …
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August Lamb Exports Largest Since January, Beef Lower, Pork Higher
Lamb Exports Exports of U.S. lamb reached 288 mt in August, up 170% from last year’s low volume. Export value was $1.16 million, up 70%. These results drove January-August exports …
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USDA Announces Steps to Improve Competition & Ensure Fairness in the Marketplace, USCA in Support
USDA announced several initiatives to promote fair competition in American agriculture and reduce food prices for consumers Tuesday morning. Seed competition framework: USDA introduced a three-part strategy to enhance seed system …
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BISMARCK – North Dakota’s state veterinarian says the state’s first reported case of anthrax this year is a reminder to livestock producers to take action to protect their animals from …
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The Colombian government recently lifted its ban on U.S. beef originating from states in which H5N1 was detected in dairy cows. United States Meat Export Federation President and CEO Dan Halstrom …
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ASI & NCBA Release Video on Grazing Public Lands in an FMD Outbreak
The American Sheep Industry Association worked with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association and other stakeholders to develop movement decision criteria guidance addressing unique scenarios that would arise for federal lands …
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Twenty-four community projects centered on agriculture have received a total of more than $33,000 in grants from the Montana Farmers Union Foundation. “This year was harder than ever to select …
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WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) today announced endorsements from national and regional farm and ranch advocacy groups for his fight to include mandatory country of origin labeling (MCOOL) in …
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Group Travels 1,249 Miles to Unlock Keys to Beef Value Chain
by Andy SchwabGroup Travels 1,249 Miles to Unlock Keys to Beef Value Chain A small group of breeders were selected to attend the 2024 Beef Leaders Institute and spend a week learning …