"R-CALF USA appreciates the Secretary's consideration of these recommendations and we look forward to working with the Secretary to enhance our nation's animal disease preparedness in a manner that builds upon our past successes and does not infringe on the rights and privileges of U.S. livestock producers," Thornsberry concluded.
Note: To view/download a copy of the letter to Vilsack, please visit the "Animal ID" link at www.r-calfusa.com.
# # #
R-CALF USA (Ranchers-Cattlemen Action Legal Fund, United Stockgrowers of America) is a national, non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring the continued profitability and viability of the U.S. cattle industry. R-CALF USA represents thousands of U.S. cattle producers on trade and marketing issues. Members are located across 47 states and are primarily cow/calf operators, cattle backgrounders, and/or feedlot owners. R-CALF USA directors and committee chairs are extremely active unpaid volunteers. R-CALF USA has dozens of affiliate organizations and various main-street businesses are associate members. For more information, visit www.r-calfusa.com or, call 406-252-2516.
(Note: You can view every article as one long page if you sign up as an Advocate Member, or higher).