Rules governing organic livestock and poultry production have long been a source of friction between organic stakeholders, consumers, the animal rights lobby, and conventional livestock producers. After years of engagement between principal stakeholders, the USDA released an
The final rule covers aspects of production including outdoor space requirements, living conditions for various species, maximum density regulations for poultry and guidelines for how animals are transported for slaughter. Under the new rule, organic poultry and livestock must have year-round access to the outdoors.
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02.04.2025
Chicago, Gulf animal fats and oils markets strengthen despite ongoing uncertainty
The US animal fats and oils markets were stable to higher on Tuesday February 4, as Chicago market activity saw a notable uptick throughout the day.
Six railcars...
02.04.2025
Light trade volume leaves most US animal protein prices flat
Light trade volume was reported in the US animal proteins markets for Tuesday February 4.
Ruminant meat and bonemeal, Missouri River, was reported as steady from Monday February...
02.04.2025
December US soybean crush, corn consumption up month on month
US soybean crush above monthly, yearly levels
Soybeans crushed for crude oil totaled 218 million bushels in December 2024, up by 7% from November and by 4% from...