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Shining Light on Farm & Food Policy for 20 Years.
Monday, December 23, 2024
The U.S. organic industry is poised to be under a new regulatory framework that will govern new animal welfare standards including outdoor access, living conditions, transportation and slaughter practices.
The continued growth of the organic foods industry requires an increased funding commitment and regulatory predictability from the federal government, the Organic Trade Association said in outlining its priorities for the next farm bill.
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says he’ll make sure the Treasury Department understands the importance of stepped-up basis to farm groups. Vilsack was pressed about that issue during an appearance Wednesday before the House Ag Appropriations Subcommittee.
A new study released by Mercaris, an organic commodities trading platform, suggests more land and farming operations are converting to organic production.
