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News about food and beverage industry legislation, politics and industry associations from Washington, DC.

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Farm Bill delay stifles dairy investment

May 18, 2012
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Anti-tax groups voice concerns on Farm Bill’s dairy program

May 03, 2012
The proposed Dairy Market Stabilization Program (DMSP) is proving to be among the more contentious issues surrounding the 2012 Farm Bill, now being assembled in Congress.


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Poultry carcass inspection change draws protest

May 03, 2012
Protesting government meat inspectors, including some dressed in chicken suits, picketed Department of Agriculture headquarters in Washington in early April to focus attention on a shift in USDA poultry inspection regulations.


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More support for dairy farmers needed now

April 05, 2012
A USDA report finds that the US’s largest 1,750 dairy farms supply more than 50 percent of the country’s milk.


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Bill aims to attract future farmers

April 05, 2012
After weeks of delay, the 2012 Farm Bill is moving through the legislative process again.


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Shift in poultry inspections will improve food safety

March 07, 2012
The Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) says a shift in the way poultry inspections are carried out will save money for the industry and government while improving food safety.


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Will heavier trucks enhance the food supply chain?

March 07, 2012
Food industry groups are putting their support behind proposed legislation that would allow heavier trucks on the nation’s Interstate Highway System.


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US-Canada trade agreement reduces duplicate inspection

February 06, 2012
The Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA) is applauding the recent signing of the “Beyond The Border” initiative, a trade agreement between the US and Canada.


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Online tool helps improve GAP compliance

February 06, 2012
USDA has introduced a free online tool designed to help US producers of all sizes achieve Good Agricultural Practices (GAP), harmonized standards and certification.


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Support garnered for dairy pricing deregulation

February 06, 2012
Dairy processors have gained the support of the Council for Citizens Against Government Waste in the industry’s efforts to deregulate the federal milk marketing program.


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