Joel BrandenbergerJoel Brandenberger is president of the National Turkey Federation, Phone (202) 898-0100.From the AuthorHomePoultry industry prepares for changing political landscapeThe outcome of elections does matter. The poultry industry needs decision-makers who are honest brokers seeking to thoroughly understand all the ramifications of their policy choices.Animal Feed Regulations & SafetyUSDA proposes rule to revamp poultry slaughter inspection systemThe release by U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service of the long-awaited proposed poultry slaughter inspection rule was extremely gratifying to the National Turkey Federation and its members. The turkey industry has been a strong advocate of a science-based, modern inspection system, and the proposed rule is the next logical step in shifting federal inspectors to prevention-oriented duties, allowing USDA to redeploy its resources in a manner that best protects the public from foodborne diseases.Page 1 of 1
