Minnesota starts new meat processing loan plan with USDA money 11.28.2022 By Ryan McCarthy The state’s Department of Agriculture will help with 10-year fixed-rate loans for projects in meat operations.Read More
USDA proposes changes to beef trimmings sampling 11.23.2022 By Rachael Oatman The agency is moving to a cloth sampling method.Read More
Senators request 180-day extension for USDA poultry contracting rule 11.22.2022 By Rachael Oatman Comments on the proposed rule are currently due by Dec. 2, 2022.Read More
Feed industry urges FDA to update its regulatory policy 11.21.2022 By Arvin Donley AFIA says feed ingredients with environmental or production claims must make it to market in a timely way.Read More
Holding the reins 11.17.2022 By Bernard Shire As interim deputy undersecretary for food safety, Sandra Eskin is taking a proactive approach to the role.Read More
USDA invests $24 million in training new generation farmers 11.17.2022 By Rachael Oatman The Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program funds span 45 organizations.Read More
Ground beef recalled by Tyson 11.17.2022 By Joel Crews Retail consumers reported the products contained mirror-like material.Read More
Proposed regulations by APHIS raise differing opinions from livestock associations 11.16.2022 By Ryan McCarthy R-CALF, USDA and NPPC shared their viewpoints on the subject.Read More
USDA invests additional $300 million in climate-smart projects 11.14.2022 By Rachael Oatman The announcement brings total investment to $3.1 billion.Read More
OSHA rolls out worker safety program in Ohio, Illinois 11.10.2022 By Rachael Oatman The two states have the highest worker injury rates in the nation.Read More