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WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a move aimed at supporting small poultry and livestock producers, Senator John Fetterman has endorsed new rules proposed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). These …
Senator Fetterman Backs USDA Rules to Protect Small Poultry and Livestock Producers Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding recently announced the opening of the 2024-2025 Very Small Meat and Poultry Processor Reimbursement Grant Program. This initiative aims to support small-scale meat …
Pennsylvania Launches Grant Program to Boost Small Meat and Poultry Processors Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has proposed new rules aimed at tackling competition issues in agricultural markets, particularly for poultry growers. The goal is to create …
USDA Proposes Rules to Ensure Fair Play in Poultry Industry Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — The Department of Agriculture has issued a renewed call to arms for all poultry owners, be they backyard hobbyists or commercial producers. The familiar foe? Highly Pathogenic Avian …
Keep Your Guard Up, Poultry Owners: Protecting Your Flock from Avian Influenza Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Governor Josh Shapiro, along with the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, announced that Pennsylvania has achieved a significant milestone by attaining HPAI-free status recognized by the World Animal Health …
Pennsylvania Declared ‘HPAI-Free’! Poultry Trade Returns to Normal Read More
In June 2023, Sen. Roger Marshall (R-KS) introduced the EATS Act (S.2019) with a companion bill in the House by Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-IA) (H.R.4417). Despite its banal acronym, the EATS Act aims to undermine recent animal welfare wins.
Hooves, Paws, and Claws at Risk: The Perils of the EATS Act for Animal Welfare and Public Safety Read More