Agricultural News Beyond Maine

APHIS Clarifies Policy on Low-Level Presence of Genetically Engineered Plant Material
April 4, 2004 - In light of continuing international discussion of low-level presence (LLP) of genetically engineered plant material mixed with commercial seeds and grain, this is not a new policy, but a clarification of APHIS’ existing approach.

Corn for Ethanol Raising Agricultural Land Values in the Midwest
April 4, 2007 - Iowa agricultural land value averages $4,313 per acre. Ouch!

Court Rules Meatpackers Allowed to Test for BSE
April 4, 2007 - USDA has until June 1 to appeal the decision.

Ethanol Production and Demand Soar in 2006
April 4, 2007 - Production increased by nearly 25 percent, while demand surged by 33 percent.

FDA to Study Food Safety Impact of AI
April 4, 2007 - FDA will maintain a list of foods at risk of contamination.

Leading Pet Food Manufacturer Recalls Tainted Pet Food
April 4, 2007 - Read below for lists of brands of cat and dog foods included in the recall.

Legislation Intended to Help CAFO Owner with the Cost of Complying to New Regulations
April 4, 2007 - Permit costs and modifications to livestock operations could cost producers hundreds of thousands of dollars each.