New USDA rule could clear the way for farmers to challenge meatpackers for retaliation and discrimination. Plus USDA commits $15 million to boost state attorneys general.
Read MoreThe National Pork Producers Council says California’s Prop. 12 will drive small farms out of business. But a group of small farmers argues that the anti-crate law gives them a rare market opportunity.
Read MoreAntitrust enforcers didn’t block Cargill’s takeover of Sanderson Farms, but they did challenge the companies for wage-fixing and deception, securing some significant changes for farmers and workers.
Read MoreUSDA’s proposed rule would require that chicken companies provide more information to their contract growers to better project earnings and spot unfairness.
Read MoreThe Biden administration will invest $1 billion in new plants and issue new rules under the Packers and Stockyards Act. Will this help bring down meat prices?
Read MoreTroubles in the turkey industry predate the pandemic.
Read MoreAs poultry corporations face price- and wage-fixing scandals, Cargill and Continental Grain want to further consolidate the industry.
Read MoreLawmakers and ranchers want answers from antitrust enforcers about rising consumer beef prices and stagnant live cattle prices.
Read MoreMethane emissions from industrial hog and dairy operations are rising and contributing to climate change, yet the industry faces little regulation.
Read MoreWhile hundreds of millions for cheated customers is nothing to sneeze at, it is not clear if these recent settlements will discourage future collusion.
Read MoreIn its final days, the Trump administration finalized narrow and industry-friendly Packers & Stockyards rules that will leave farmers with little recourse if they are abused by meatpackers.
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