It’s no secret that the USDA’s National Animal ID System (NAIS) has encountered its fair share of critisism during its first six years on the drawing board. In fact, following hearing sessions hosted by the USDA last year, industry buffs called the program unworkable and unnecessary.
National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) to Capitol Hill to ask legislators consider making NAIS mandatory.
Iowa Pork Industry Center's (IPIC) Quality Management System (QMS) Director hooks up to discuss the big picture on pig ID. More information in Premises ID QMS document (PDF format).
Farm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund notifies USDA of intent to sue to stop NAIS
2008 Farm Bill a win for producers according to NPPC. Kansas State economist Troy Dumler looks at the details
Livestock Mandatory Reporting Law back on the books
Special conversation from the outside at the Pork Manager's Conference with Christine McCracken of Cleveland Research looking at the state of the industry... some suggestions to take under advisement
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