The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has finalized amendments to the regulations governing the National Poultry Improvement Plan (NPIP). These changes were voted on and approved by industry delegates during the NPIP’s 2022 National Plan Conference and are designed to strengthen biosecurity, clarify requirements, and align the Plan with current industry practices.
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A possible federal government shutdown is only days away as congressional lawmakers remain at odds over funding the government beyond September 30. The House recently passed its version of a clean Continuing Resolution (CR) to fund the government into November, but after weeks of negotiations, Republicans and Democrats appear to be no closer to reaching a resolution to keep the government open before the deadline hits next Wednesday. The House has recessed and negotiations are ongoing in the Senate.
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