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Trucking Regulation
Blockchain could soon protect drivers hauling hemp
USDA rule under review at OMB expected to help prevent unlawful arrests and cargo seizures
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News
FMCSA clears up work rules for ag and livestock haulers
Drivers who begin using exemptions as a result of the clarifications could see cost savings.
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American Shipper
When pigs fly
More than 200 breeder hogs were flown this week from St. Louis to Sao Paulo. Midwestern airport hopes it is the beginning of more livestock…
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Driver issues
Hemp growers urge FMCSA to issue hauling guidelines
Gap in current regulations leaves truck drivers vulnerable
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Rail
Competing countries, strong dollar influence US grain exports
Other factors beyond the coronavirus pandemic are weighing on U.S. rail volumes for grain.
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American Shipper
China’s ‘regionalization’ agreement to benefit US poultry exports
“This agreement will help our farmers and ranchers by maintaining export markets, which will reduce the overall impact of an outbreak to our agriculture industry,”…
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American Shipper
US vows ‘vigilant’ food safety oversight during COVID-19
While USDA and FDA staff and resources become constrained by the coronavirus, the agencies continue to work with industry to protect the health of the…
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American Shipper
Minimum content exemption set for regulated plant imports
“This exception ensures that the declaration requirement fulfills the intent of the Lacey Act while reducing the regulatory burden on importers,” the U.S. Department of…
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American Shipper
USDA expects sunny outcome for ag exports to China
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said most benefits of “Phase One” trade deal with China should be realized in 2020, despite commercial disruption from coronavirus.
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Driver issues
USDA recommends ‘creative solution’ for transporting hemp
States urged to provide special documentation for drivers.
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