The Packers and Stockyards Act is up for revision under a proposed rule titled “Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act.” The proposed rule spans 180 pages, and poses 44 specific questions over 14 years of regulatory history. And due to that size, USDA has announced a 45-day extension for the comment period.
In a statement applauding the move by the agency, Tanner Beymer, senior director of government affairs, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, notes: “While we appreciate the additional time to submit thorough comments, overall USDA…
