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.
Day one of the mission was loaded with information and experiences that gave the delegation a good idea of what kind of market Chile can be for U.S. ag products.
Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack said a potential government shutdown would put many of USDA critical services at risk including nutrition assistance, USDA marketing and house loans and the ability to provide technical assistance to Congress as it works on writing the farm bill.
The Renewable Fuels Association is criticizing what it calls “specious” claims by EPA’s Science Advisory Board about the benefits of corn starch ethanol.