The burger or steak on your dinner plate could come from Brazil if a new proposal by the USDA goes into effect.
The Federal Agency is now taking comments on the idea of re-opening the market to Brazilian beef imports. The proposal could lower the price of beef for consumers. But as SDPB’s Charles Michael Ray reports the idea irks many in the ranching industry.
Federal Rulemaking Portal where individuals can comment on the proposal is here.
Citizens can also send comments via mail to:
Docket No. APHIS-2009-0017
Regulatory Analysis and Development
PPD, APHIS, Station 3A-03.8,
4700 River Road, Unit 118,
Riverdale, MD 20737-1238.