Comments Sought on Proposed Rule for Unfair Practices Against Livestock, Poultry Producers

USDA is seeking comments on a proposed rule that will provide additional protections for livestock and poultry producers against unfair, fraudulent and retaliatory practices. The proposed rule, which will publish on June 22 in the Federal Register, addresses market fairness and competition for producers as well as limiting exclusive arrangements between packers and dealers. Other protections include improving market transparency and enabling a fair and equitable process for producers that choose arbitration to remedy a dispute. Read more.