The Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals rejected a challenge brought by the Northern New Mexico Stockman’s Association and the Otero County Cattleman’s Association, two groups who sought to overturn the critical habitat designation for the endangered New Mexico meadow jumping mouse. In its order, the 10th Circuit recognized the endangered mouse’s “exceptionally specialized habitat requirements,” finding that the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service had properly weighed the importance of protecting the mouse’s habitat from livestock grazing.
Issue 135
This Week's Spotlights
Case Law Updates - Federal Case Law Updates
10th Circuit Court of Appeals Upholds Critical Habitat Designation for Endangered Mouse
9th Circuit Upholds U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Ban on Bear Baiting in Alaska Wildlife Refuge
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has affirmed a lower court ruling granting summary judgment in favor of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in a lawsuit brought by the state of Alaska and Safari Club International challenging FWS’ decision to ban baiting brown bears in and prohibited hunting coyotes, wolves, and lynx in part of the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge.
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has affirmed a lower court ruling granting summary judgment in favor of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in a lawsuit brought by the state of Alaska and Safari Club International challenging FWS’ decision to ban baiting brown bears in and prohibited hunting coyotes, wolves, and lynx in part of the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge.
9th Circuit Revives Veterinarian Labor Trafficking Claims Against Idaho Dairy Farm
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals overturned an Idaho federal judge’s dismissal of a lawsuit brought by several Mexican veterinarians against Idaho-based Funk Dairy and its leadership alleging that the company enticed the veterinarians to travel to Idaho and then, once they arrived, extorted them into doing menial work with threats of deportation.
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals overturned an Idaho federal judge’s dismissal of a lawsuit brought by several Mexican veterinarians against Idaho-based Funk Dairy and its leadership alleging that the company enticed the veterinarians to travel to Idaho and then, once they arrived, extorted them into doing menial work with threats of deportation.
9th Circuit Orders EPA to Reconsider Petition to Ban Dangerous Pesticide Flea Killer
The Ninth Circuit has ordered the Environmental Protection Agency to revisit a petition submitted by the Natural Resource Defense Council asking the agency to ban the use of tetrachlorvinphos in flea collars for companion animals. A unanimous panel found the agency failed to provide a “reasoned explanation” for its denial of the petition and ordered the agency to respond again within 120 days.
The Ninth Circuit has ordered the Environmental Protection Agency to revisit a petition submitted by the Natural Resource Defense Council asking the agency to ban the use of tetrachlorvinphos in flea collars for companion animals. A unanimous panel found the agency failed to provide a “reasoned explanation” for its denial of the petition and ordered the agency to respond again within 120 days.
Class Action Alleges that Gorton’s Misrepresented Inhumanely Raised Fish Products as “Sustainably Sourced”
Two consumers have filed a putative class action alleging that Gorton’s Inc. has misled consumers about the environmental and animal welfare standards of its tilapia products. The lawsuit alleges that the company has represented its tilapia as “sustainably sourced,” when it is actually sourced from “tilapia who are industrially farmed using unsustainable practices that are environmentally destructive and inhumane.” Plaintiffs seek class certification, injunctive relief, and damages for Gorton’s alleged violations of numerous consumer protection statutes.
Two consumers have filed a putative class action alleging that Gorton’s Inc. has misled consumers about the environmental and animal welfare standards of its tilapia products. The lawsuit alleges that the company has represented its tilapia as “sustainably sourced,” when it is actually sourced from “tilapia who are industrially farmed using unsustainable practices that are environmentally destructive and inhumane.” Plaintiffs seek class certification, injunctive relief, and damages for Gorton’s alleged violations of numerous consumer protection statutes.
U.S. Supreme Court Declines Review of Decision Overturning Kansas Ag-Gag Law
The U.S. Supreme Court declined to review the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals’ permanent injunction preventing enforcement of the Kansas Ag-Gag law aimed at punishing undercover animal cruelty investigations on factory farms. The Supreme Court’s refusal to hear the appeal by the state of Kansas is a victory for the Animal Legal Defense Fund, the Center for Food Safety, Shy 38, Inc., and Hope Sanctuary, which successfully argued that Kansas’ Ag-Gag law violated the First Amendment. The Kansas statute was the first state Ag-Gag law passed in 1990.
The U.S. Supreme Court declined to review the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals’ permanent injunction preventing enforcement of the Kansas Ag-Gag law aimed at punishing undercover animal cruelty investigations on factory farms. The Supreme Court’s refusal to hear the appeal by the state of Kansas is a victory for the Animal Legal Defense Fund, the Center for Food Safety, Shy 38, Inc., and Hope Sanctuary, which successfully argued that Kansas’ Ag-Gag law violated the First Amendment. The Kansas statute was the first state Ag-Gag law passed in 1990.
Agency Updates
Council on Environmental Quality Issues Final Rule Broadening NEPA Implementing Regulations
The Council on Environmental Quality has finalized a rule broadening the scope of impacts that can be evaluated under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The rule officially rolls back changes made under the Trump Administration that severely limited NEPA review.
The Council on Environmental Quality has finalized a rule broadening the scope of impacts that can be evaluated under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The rule officially rolls back changes made under the Trump Administration that severely limited NEPA review.
USDA Announces Extension of Public Comment Period on Animal Welfare Act Standards for Birds
The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced the extension of the public comment period on its proposed Animal Welfare Act standards for birds not bred for use in research. The new comment deadline is May 25, 2022.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced the extension of the public comment period on its proposed Animal Welfare Act standards for birds not bred for use in research. The new comment deadline is May 25, 2022.
Legislative Updates
Enacted State Actions
Maine Governor Signs Bill Establishing New Deer Hunting Provisions
Maine Governor Janet Mills signed LD 116, a bill which establishes new requirements relating to the hunting of antler-less deer. The newly enacted legislation amends existing permitting requirements and provisions relating to hunting with cross-bows.
Maine Governor Janet Mills signed LD 116, a bill which establishes new requirements relating to the hunting of antler-less deer. The newly enacted legislation amends existing permitting requirements and provisions relating to hunting with cross-bows.
Pending State Actions
Colorado Bill Aims to Help Small Meat Processors Compete with Larger Corporations
Colorado Senate Bill 22-209 would instruct the commissioner of agriculture to hire an employee or engage a contractor to provide grant and loan application assistance to small meat processors or people attempting to start a small meat processor business. The bill has been referred to the Senate Committee on Agriculture & Natural Resources.
Colorado Senate Bill 22-209 would instruct the commissioner of agriculture to hire an employee or engage a contractor to provide grant and loan application assistance to small meat processors or people attempting to start a small meat processor business. The bill has been referred to the Senate Committee on Agriculture & Natural Resources.
Minnesota Bill Allocates Funding for Various Agriculture Processing Grants
Minnesota Senate File 4495 would appropriate money for livestock processing facilities grants. The bill has been referred to the Senate Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development Finance and Policy.
Minnesota Senate File 4495 would appropriate money for livestock processing facilities grants. The bill has been referred to the Senate Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development Finance and Policy.
Minnesota Bill Sets Limitations on Bear Hunting
Minnesota House File 4811 would allow individuals who are too young to legally hunt bears to accumulate points toward a preference for selection of a bear hunting permit so that when they become of age, they have “accumulated a number of preference points.” The bill has been referred to the House Committee on Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy.
Minnesota House File 4811 would allow individuals who are too young to legally hunt bears to accumulate points toward a preference for selection of a bear hunting permit so that when they become of age, they have “accumulated a number of preference points.” The bill has been referred to the House Committee on Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy.
Minnesota Bill Would Provide Financial Aid to Livestock Producers Impacted by Drought
Minnesota House File 4812 would appropriate funding and grant money for livestock producers that have been impacted by drought. The bill has been referred to the House Committee on Agriculture Finance and Policy.
Minnesota House File 4812 would appropriate funding and grant money for livestock producers that have been impacted by drought. The bill has been referred to the House Committee on Agriculture Finance and Policy.
New York Bill Aims to Aid in Curtailing the Spread of Antibiotic Resistant Diseases
New York Senate Bill 8847 would establish an office of antibiotic resistance control, in recognition of the serious public health threats identified by the World Health Organization relating to the spread of antibiotic-resistant infections in animals and humans. The bill has been referred to the Senate Health Committee.
New York Senate Bill 8847 would establish an office of antibiotic resistance control, in recognition of the serious public health threats identified by the World Health Organization relating to the spread of antibiotic-resistant infections in animals and humans. The bill has been referred to the Senate Health Committee.
Case Law Updates
Federal Case Law Updates
10th Circuit Court of Appeals Upholds Critical Habitat Designation for Endangered Mouse
The Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals rejected a challenge brought by the Northern New Mexico Stockman’s Association and the Otero County Cattleman’s Association, two groups who sought to overturn the critical habitat designation for the endangered New Mexico meadow jumping mouse. In its order, the 10th Circuit recognized the endangered mouse’s “exceptionally specialized habitat requirements,” finding that the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service had properly weighed the importance of protecting the mouse’s habitat from livestock grazing.
The Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals rejected a challenge brought by the Northern New Mexico Stockman’s Association and the Otero County Cattleman’s Association, two groups who sought to overturn the critical habitat designation for the endangered New Mexico meadow jumping mouse. In its order, the 10th Circuit recognized the endangered mouse’s “exceptionally specialized habitat requirements,” finding that the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service had properly weighed the importance of protecting the mouse’s habitat from livestock grazing.
9th Circuit Upholds U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Ban on Bear Baiting in Alaska Wildlife Refuge
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has affirmed a lower court ruling granting summary judgment in favor of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in a lawsuit brought by the state of Alaska and Safari Club International challenging FWS’ decision to ban baiting brown bears in and prohibited hunting coyotes, wolves, and lynx in part of the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge.
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has affirmed a lower court ruling granting summary judgment in favor of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in a lawsuit brought by the state of Alaska and Safari Club International challenging FWS’ decision to ban baiting brown bears in and prohibited hunting coyotes, wolves, and lynx in part of the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge.
9th Circuit Revives Veterinarian Labor Trafficking Claims Against Idaho Dairy Farm
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals overturned an Idaho federal judge’s dismissal of a lawsuit brought by several Mexican veterinarians against Idaho-based Funk Dairy and its leadership alleging that the company enticed the veterinarians to travel to Idaho and then, once they arrived, extorted them into doing menial work with threats of deportation.
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals overturned an Idaho federal judge’s dismissal of a lawsuit brought by several Mexican veterinarians against Idaho-based Funk Dairy and its leadership alleging that the company enticed the veterinarians to travel to Idaho and then, once they arrived, extorted them into doing menial work with threats of deportation.
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Agrees to Designate Critical Habitat for Nine Endangered Species in Micronesia
The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS) settled a lawsuit brought in 2021 by the Center for Biological Diversity, represented by Blue Ocean Law, which challenged the agency’s failure to designate critical habitat for nine endangered species in Micronesia. Under the agreement, FWS must designate critical habitat for the Pacific sheath-tailed bat, Slevin’s skink, Mariana eight-spot butterfly, Mariana wandering butterfly, Rota blue damselfly, humped tree snail, Langford’s tree snail, Guam tree snail, and the fragile tree snail by June 26, 2025.
The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS) settled a lawsuit brought in 2021 by the Center for Biological Diversity, represented by Blue Ocean Law, which challenged the agency’s failure to designate critical habitat for nine endangered species in Micronesia. Under the agreement, FWS must designate critical habitat for the Pacific sheath-tailed bat, Slevin’s skink, Mariana eight-spot butterfly, Mariana wandering butterfly, Rota blue damselfly, humped tree snail, Langford’s tree snail, Guam tree snail, and the fragile tree snail by June 26, 2025.
Conservation Groups Intervene in Cattle Ranchers’ Lawsuit Challenging Endangered Species Act Protection for Rare Birds
The Center for Biological Diversity and the Maricopa Audubon Society filed a Motion to Intervene as defendants in a lawsuit brought by New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Association against the U.S Fish & Wildlife Service in which the Association is challenging Endangered Species Act protection for the Southwestern willow flycatcher, a rare bird species. The New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Association is represented by Pacific Legal Foundation, a group that has worked for decades to remove legal protections for numerous imperiled species, including Southern Resident orcas and woodland caribou.
The Center for Biological Diversity and the Maricopa Audubon Society filed a Motion to Intervene as defendants in a lawsuit brought by New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Association against the U.S Fish & Wildlife Service in which the Association is challenging Endangered Species Act protection for the Southwestern willow flycatcher, a rare bird species. The New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Association is represented by Pacific Legal Foundation, a group that has worked for decades to remove legal protections for numerous imperiled species, including Southern Resident orcas and woodland caribou.
9th Circuit Orders EPA to Reconsider Petition to Ban Dangerous Pesticide Flea Killer
The Ninth Circuit has ordered the Environmental Protection Agency to revisit a petition submitted by the Natural Resource Defense Council asking the agency to ban the use of tetrachlorvinphos in flea collars for companion animals. A unanimous panel found the agency failed to provide a “reasoned explanation” for its denial of the petition and ordered the agency to respond again within 120 days.
The Ninth Circuit has ordered the Environmental Protection Agency to revisit a petition submitted by the Natural Resource Defense Council asking the agency to ban the use of tetrachlorvinphos in flea collars for companion animals. A unanimous panel found the agency failed to provide a “reasoned explanation” for its denial of the petition and ordered the agency to respond again within 120 days.
Conservation Group Files Suit Demanding Final Decision on Listing Status for Imperiled Bees
The Center for Biological Diversity (CBD) filed a lawsuit challenging the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service’s delay in publishing a finding of whether the imperiled Suckley’s cuckoo bumblebee warrants Endangered Species Act protection. Suckley’s cuckoo bumblebees are a species of parasitic pollinators who play an important role in keeping other bee populations healthy. CBD is seeking declaratory judgment and injunctive relief.
The Center for Biological Diversity (CBD) filed a lawsuit challenging the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service’s delay in publishing a finding of whether the imperiled Suckley’s cuckoo bumblebee warrants Endangered Species Act protection. Suckley’s cuckoo bumblebees are a species of parasitic pollinators who play an important role in keeping other bee populations healthy. CBD is seeking declaratory judgment and injunctive relief.
Lawsuit Charges Arizona Highway Project Will Harm Wildlife, Climate, and Public Lands
The Center for Biological Diversity, Friends of Ironwood Forest, Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection, and Tucson Audubon Society sued the Federal Highway Administration, challenging its approval of a proposed Arizona highway. Plaintiffs allege that the 280-mile project will destroy Sonoran Desert, harm threatened desert tortoises and other wildlife, and worsen air pollution. Plaintiffs seek declaratory judgment and injunctive relief.
The Center for Biological Diversity, Friends of Ironwood Forest, Coalition for Sonoran Desert Protection, and Tucson Audubon Society sued the Federal Highway Administration, challenging its approval of a proposed Arizona highway. Plaintiffs allege that the 280-mile project will destroy Sonoran Desert, harm threatened desert tortoises and other wildlife, and worsen air pollution. Plaintiffs seek declaratory judgment and injunctive relief.
Class Action Alleges that Gorton’s Misrepresented Inhumanely Raised Fish Products as “Sustainably Sourced”
Two consumers have filed a putative class action alleging that Gorton’s Inc. has misled consumers about the environmental and animal welfare standards of its tilapia products. The lawsuit alleges that the company has represented its tilapia as “sustainably sourced,” when it is actually sourced from “tilapia who are industrially farmed using unsustainable practices that are environmentally destructive and inhumane.” Plaintiffs seek class certification, injunctive relief, and damages for Gorton’s alleged violations of numerous consumer protection statutes.
Two consumers have filed a putative class action alleging that Gorton’s Inc. has misled consumers about the environmental and animal welfare standards of its tilapia products. The lawsuit alleges that the company has represented its tilapia as “sustainably sourced,” when it is actually sourced from “tilapia who are industrially farmed using unsustainable practices that are environmentally destructive and inhumane.” Plaintiffs seek class certification, injunctive relief, and damages for Gorton’s alleged violations of numerous consumer protection statutes.
U.S. Supreme Court Declines Review of Decision Overturning Kansas Ag-Gag Law
The U.S. Supreme Court declined to review the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals’ permanent injunction preventing enforcement of the Kansas Ag-Gag law aimed at punishing undercover animal cruelty investigations on factory farms. The Supreme Court’s refusal to hear the appeal by the state of Kansas is a victory for the Animal Legal Defense Fund, the Center for Food Safety, Shy 38, Inc., and Hope Sanctuary, which successfully argued that Kansas’ Ag-Gag law violated the First Amendment. The Kansas statute was the first state Ag-Gag law passed in 1990.
The U.S. Supreme Court declined to review the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals’ permanent injunction preventing enforcement of the Kansas Ag-Gag law aimed at punishing undercover animal cruelty investigations on factory farms. The Supreme Court’s refusal to hear the appeal by the state of Kansas is a victory for the Animal Legal Defense Fund, the Center for Food Safety, Shy 38, Inc., and Hope Sanctuary, which successfully argued that Kansas’ Ag-Gag law violated the First Amendment. The Kansas statute was the first state Ag-Gag law passed in 1990.
Agency Updates
Investigative Report Uncovers FDA Failures, Prompting US Senator to Demand Agency Improvements
Politico published a damning report on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) finding a “consensus that the agency is simply not working.” The article was based on dozens of interviews with current and former employees of the agency, including former FDA commissioners, who reportedly used terms like “ridiculous,” “impossible,” “broken,” “byzantine,” and “a joke” to describe the state of food regulation at FDA. The report prompted U.S. Senator Patty Murray to send a letter to FDA Commissioner Robert Califf expressing concern over the findings of Politico’s investigation, including “delays of regulatory action that have endangered public health,” and demanding answers to questions about how the FDA will improve upon its shortfalls.
Politico published a damning report on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) finding a “consensus that the agency is simply not working.” The article was based on dozens of interviews with current and former employees of the agency, including former FDA commissioners, who reportedly used terms like “ridiculous,” “impossible,” “broken,” “byzantine,” and “a joke” to describe the state of food regulation at FDA. The report prompted U.S. Senator Patty Murray to send a letter to FDA Commissioner Robert Califf expressing concern over the findings of Politico’s investigation, including “delays of regulatory action that have endangered public health,” and demanding answers to questions about how the FDA will improve upon its shortfalls.
USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service Announces Recall of Bacon Marmalade
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced the recall of approximately 709 pounds of uncured bacon marmalade products that were produced without federal inspection. The marmalade was produced by Pennsylvania-based Firehouse Jams, LLC.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced the recall of approximately 709 pounds of uncured bacon marmalade products that were produced without federal inspection. The marmalade was produced by Pennsylvania-based Firehouse Jams, LLC.
Council on Environmental Quality Issues Final Rule Broadening NEPA Implementing Regulations
The Council on Environmental Quality has finalized a rule broadening the scope of impacts that can be evaluated under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The rule officially rolls back changes made under the Trump Administration that severely limited NEPA review.
The Council on Environmental Quality has finalized a rule broadening the scope of impacts that can be evaluated under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The rule officially rolls back changes made under the Trump Administration that severely limited NEPA review.
USDA Announces New Slaughter Subclasses for Goats
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service published a notice of new slaughter subclasses for young and adult goats in the animal disposition reporting section of the Public Health Information System.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service published a notice of new slaughter subclasses for young and adult goats in the animal disposition reporting section of the Public Health Information System.
National Marine Fisheries Service Issues Regulations Governing Incidental Harm to Marine Mammals in California Estuary
The National Marine Fisheries Service announced the issuance of regulations governing the unintentional taking of marine mammals incidental to Russian River estuary management activities in Sonoma County, California. The regulations are effective from April 21, 2022, through April 20, 2027.
The National Marine Fisheries Service announced the issuance of regulations governing the unintentional taking of marine mammals incidental to Russian River estuary management activities in Sonoma County, California. The regulations are effective from April 21, 2022, through April 20, 2027.
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Seeks Public Input on Numerous Endangered Species Act Permit Applications
The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS) has received numerous applications for permits to conduct activities intended to enhance the propagation or survival of endangered species, including multiple species of protected bats, butterflies, and birds. FWS is accepting public comments on the applications through May 20, 2022.
The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS) has received numerous applications for permits to conduct activities intended to enhance the propagation or survival of endangered species, including multiple species of protected bats, butterflies, and birds. FWS is accepting public comments on the applications through May 20, 2022.
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Seeks Public Input on Renewal of Incidental Take Permit
The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS) announced receipt of an application for renewal of an incidental take permit that authorizes the harm and harassment of federally threatened coastal California gnatcatchers incidental to the habitat conservation plan for the Monterey Park Market Place Project in Los Angeles County, California. If issued, the renewal would be effective for an additional five years. FWS is accepting public comments on the application through May 23, 2022.
The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS) announced receipt of an application for renewal of an incidental take permit that authorizes the harm and harassment of federally threatened coastal California gnatcatchers incidental to the habitat conservation plan for the Monterey Park Market Place Project in Los Angeles County, California. If issued, the renewal would be effective for an additional five years. FWS is accepting public comments on the application through May 23, 2022.
National Marine Fisheries Service Authorizes Harassment of Marine Mammals by Energy Company
The National Marine Fisheries Service has issued an incidental harassment authorization (IHA) to Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind, LLC for the incidental harassment of marine mammals during marine site characterization surveys off the coast of New Jersey and New York. The IHA is effective from April 20, 2022, through April 19, 2023.
The National Marine Fisheries Service has issued an incidental harassment authorization (IHA) to Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind, LLC for the incidental harassment of marine mammals during marine site characterization surveys off the coast of New Jersey and New York. The IHA is effective from April 20, 2022, through April 19, 2023.
USDA Announces Extension of Public Comment Period on Animal Welfare Act Standards for Birds
The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced the extension of the public comment period on its proposed Animal Welfare Act standards for birds not bred for use in research. The new comment deadline is May 25, 2022.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced the extension of the public comment period on its proposed Animal Welfare Act standards for birds not bred for use in research. The new comment deadline is May 25, 2022.
National Park Service Seeks Public Information on Collection of Information Relating to Oversight of Animal Experiments
The National Park Service (NPS) invites public input on its ongoing collection of information relating to Institutional Animal Care and Use Committees that oversee research, testing, and training activities involving vertebrate animals on NPS-managed lands and territories. NPS is accepting public comments through June 21, 2022.
The National Park Service (NPS) invites public input on its ongoing collection of information relating to Institutional Animal Care and Use Committees that oversee research, testing, and training activities involving vertebrate animals on NPS-managed lands and territories. NPS is accepting public comments through June 21, 2022.
USDA Announces New Chicken Carcass Sampling Program Guidelines
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service published notice of updates to its Exploratory Young Chicken Carcass Sampling Program and National Antibiotic Resistance Monitoring System sampling. The new sampling program guidelines will be effective from April 22, 2022, through May 1, 2023.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service published notice of updates to its Exploratory Young Chicken Carcass Sampling Program and National Antibiotic Resistance Monitoring System sampling. The new sampling program guidelines will be effective from April 22, 2022, through May 1, 2023.