Packers and Stockyards Act

Comment Period Extended on Packers and Stockyards Act Rulemaking
Comment Period Extended on Packers and Stockyards Act Rulemaking
The USDA says it’s extending the comment period on the proposed “Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act” by five weeks.  The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association welcomed the extension while urging USDA to proceed in a deliberate manner.    “While we appreciate th...
National Farmers Union Schedules Washington Fly-in
National Farmers Union Schedules Washington Fly-in
National Farmers Union members will head to Washington, DC, next month for the organization’s Fall Legislative Fly-In.  The four-day event runs Sunday September 11th through Wednesday, September 14th.  During that time, NFU members from across the country will meet with Members of Congress, Agriculture officials, as well as representatives from other federal agencies.  Throughout the meetings... R