5/5/2017 AMS Announces Organic Livestock and Poultry Practices Final Rule & Webinar

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Announcement January 18, 2017

Dear USDA,

The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is pleased to

announce the posting of a final rule amending the organic

livestock and poultry production requirements.

Organic Livestock and Poultry Practices:

Final Rule and Webinar

AMS is pleased to announce the posting of the Organic

Livestock and Poultry Practices Final Rule.

Developed in close consultation with other Federal agencies,

this final rule sets clear standards for organic animals by

adding specificity to the production and handling aspects of

organic production, ensuring consistency and consumer

transparency.

Based on recommendations from the National Organic

Standards Board, the final rule:

Establishes minimum indoor and outdoor space

requirements for poultry;

Clarifies how producers and handlers must treat

livestock and chickens to ensure their health and wellbeing throughout life, including transport and slaughter;

and

Specifies which physical alterations are allowed and

prohibited in organic livestock and poultry production.

The final rule will create economic benefits for organic

producers, ensure fairness across organic operations, and

ensure that all organic animals live in pasture­based systems

that support their well­being and natural behavior.

Access the Organic Livestock and Poultry Practices

Final Rule

Join AMS for a Webinar on the Final Rule:

Wednesday, January 18, 2017

2:00­3:00 PM Eastern Time

Dial In by Phone:

Toll­Free (U.S. & Canada): 866.740.1260
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