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Meat Processors Want a Part in Ag Worker Solutions
Meat Processors Want a Part in Ag Worker Solutions
Meat Processors Want a Part in Ag Worker Solutions
This week, the Meat Institute called for the processing sector, a critical part of the meat and poultry supply chain, to be included in the Trump administration’s plans for a stable and legal agriculture workforce.    “As reforms are considered, we urge the Trump administration to include meat and poultry packers and processors in the efforts to improve agriculture worker programs,” said Julie Ann
Bass: Things Look Good For The NW Cattle Industry
Bass: Things Look Good For The NW Cattle Industry
Bass: Things Look Good For The NW Cattle Industry
With so many commodities struggling right now, it’s nice to hear about sectors of the farming industry that are doing well.  University of Idaho Associate Professor of Meat Science Phill Bass said beef demand is very strong domestically and internationally, which means many producers are making money.  However, whil...
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...
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...

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