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Trump Administration Moves To Kill Rules For Organic Eggs

December 15, 2017 • It's the latest Obama-era agriculture regulation to go on the chopping block. This one governs the treatment of animals on organic farms. But most organic farmers actually support the rule.

Organic Industry Sues USDA To Push For Animal Welfare Rules

The organic industry is suing the government, demanding that the U.S. Department of Agriculture implement new rules that require organic egg producers to give their chickens more space to roam. Charlie Neibergall/AP hide caption

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Organic Industry Sues USDA To Push For Animal Welfare Rules

September 13, 2017 • New rules — such as giving chickens more space to roam — were approved by the Obama administration, but put on hold under Trump. Now the organic industry is suing the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Organic Industry Sues USDA To Push For Animal Welfare Rules

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