The omnibus budget bill has still not been released, although it was expected to be this afternoon. Received reports indicate that a large number of the amendments or legislative riders are out.The omnibus budget bill has still not been released, although it was expected to be this afternoon. Received reports indicate that a large number of the amendments or legislative riders are out. The preemptive language on GMO labeling will likely not make the cut nor will a fix on the EPA’s waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule. At this point, a fix for country-of-origin labeling (COOL) is at about 50/50 odds. It may address red meat but not poultry or other items. The delay in releasing the omnibus budget deal is reportedly due to two issues:...

TAGS – Livestock, North America