One thing I believe is important is for dairy farmers to keep current with the media conversations and portrayals of agriculture. A recent article in TIME magazine is an example of a “must-read” story for all dairy farmers. Bryan Walsh, author of TIME Magazine’s cover story “The Real Cost of Cheap Food,” admitted in an AgriTalk interview that the story … Read More
USDA Releases New Proposed Downer Rule
As reported by Drovers magazine, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced yesterday a proposed rule to amend the Federal meat inspection regulations to initiate a complete ban on the slaughter of cattle that become non-ambulatory after initial inspection by Food Safety and Inspection Service personnel. Under the proposed rule, all cattle that are non-ambulatory disabled at any time prior … Read More