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Meat & poultry industries join forces in research
Facing many of the same challenges and willing to learn from each other, the meat and poultry sectors are joining together to present a new research conference. The dates are set for Nov. 1-2, and the conference will be held in Kansas City.
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AMI calls for swift action on pending FTAs
The American Meat Institute has called for swift action by the U.S. Congress in approving the free trade agreement now being considered for passage by the U.S. Congress.
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American Meat Institute says 2010 Dietary Guidelines affirm role of meat and poultry in a healthy balanced diet
The American Meat Institute (AMI) today said that the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans affirm that meat and poultry products are important components of a balanced, healthy diet.
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Claire Danes wins SAG Award for portrayal of Temple Grandin
Claire Danes, the actress who portrayed Temple Grandin, Ph.D., in HBO’s biopic “Temple Grandin,” has been awarded the Screen Actors Guild award for outstanding performance by a female actor in a TV movie or miniseries.
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Industry associations come together to sponsor meat and poultry research conference
A new conference that will bring together trade associations and professional societies whose members fund and conduct meat and poultry research on behalf of the industry is slated for November 1-2, 2011, in Kansas City. Mo.
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Study: Reducing amount of feed to heifers can result in more efficient use of nutrients
Reducing the amount of feed given to heifers can result in more efficient use of nutrients for growth and reproduction, according to a study conducted by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) scientists.
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AMI submits testimony to Congress calling for swift action on pending FTAs
“The future prosperity, growth and sustainability of America’s meat and poultry sector is invariably linked to the success we have in expanding our markets abroad.
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Supreme Court Denies Certiorari in Packers and Stockyards Case
The Supreme Court today denied a Petition for Certiorari filed in the case of Terry v. Tyson Farms, Inc. Terry had petitioned the Court
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AMI Calls for Swift Passage of KORUS FTA
AMI, along with a diverse agriculture coalition of more than 60 industry associations and companies, is calling on Congress to approve the Korea- U.S. Free Trade Agreement (KORUS FTA) without delay.
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AMI Adds Brandon Beshears To Legislative Affairs Team
The American Meat Institute added Brandon Beshears to its legislative affairs team, helping represent AMI members on Capitol Hill.
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Virginia Secretary Of Agriculture Requests Economic Analysis Of Proposed GIPSA Rule
The Virginia Secretary of Agriculture is requesting a comprehensive economic impact analysis of the proposed (GIPSA) livestock marketing rule, citing concern that the proposed rule would have a negative impact on Virginia’s livestock and poultry industries.
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