More groups involved in GIPSA rule proposal

The American Angus Association and Certified Angus Beef LLC have joined the discussion on United States Department of Agriculture's proposed Grain Inspection Packers & Stockyards Administration Rules. Both groups want to see certain "word changes" in the proposed rules. In a letter sent to Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack, Certified Angus Beef President John Stika wrote that unless heavily edited, they believe the proposed rule will cause cattlemen and brand partners great economic hardships as their investment in premium genetics meet a constricted market.

The USDA agency last summer unveiled its proposed rule changes that govern livestock marketing. A divide soon appeared within the beef industry over lengthening the comment period, and whether the proposed changes themselves needed changes. "Fairness" debates began from coffee shops to editorials and letters to USDA expressing either support or concern over vague language. Read more ...

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