DC Signal to Noise: All Eyes on the Cattle Market

AgriTalk’s Chip Flory and Pro Farmer’s Jim Wiesemeyer unpack Biden’s new executive order, including new rules under the Packers and Stockyards Act, “Product of USA” labeling and more.

AgriTalk’s Chip Flory and Pro Farmer’s Jim Wiesemeyer recap the hot topics last week and a look ahead to what to watch this week. Watch the video above or listen to the podcast below for discussion on these topics and more:

> USDA’s steps to revitalize the Packers & Stockyards Act to fight unfair practices and rebuild competitive marketplace

> Efforts to increase processing capacity for the livestock industry

> New rules on labeling so that domestic farmers and ranchers don’t have to compete with foreign companies that mislead consumers

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