beef-producers

Now that bird flu is spreading among cows, scientists worry where H5N1 will jump next

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Now that bird flu is spreading among cows, scientists worry where H5N1 will jump next

On March 25, American officials published an urgent announcement: Dairy cows in Texas, Kansas, and New Mexico were falling sick. The cows had low appetites, and produced less milk than normal. Some farms also discovered wild bird carcasses on their grounds. Tests on a cow throat swab and raw milk samples all confirmed an unusual finding: … Read more

Canada concerned as final rule for ‘Product of USA’ meat labels announced

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Canada concerned as final rule for ‘Product of USA’ meat labels announced

Canada’s federal government, as well as organizations representing some the nation’s beef producers, warn a decision south of the border about “Product of USA” labels on meat, poultry and eggs could disrupt supply chains. The United States Department of Agriculture announced Monday a final rule on conditions for when voluntary “Product of USA” or “Made … Read more