🍗USDA Seeks Comments on Poultry Standards Revisions by 2025
United States Classes, Standards, and Grades for Poultry
Summary
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is seeking public comment on revisions to the United States Classes, Standards, and Grades for Poultry (the Poultry Standards). The last minor revision to the Poultry Standards occurred in 2018, but the last substantial revision prior to that occurred in 1998. Since then, poultry production and quality assessment methods have changed significantly, as have consumer preferences.
Agencies
- Agriculture Department
- Agricultural Marketing Service
Business Impact
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The USDA's request for comments on revisions to poultry standards directly impacts compliance and regulatory requirements for poultry producers. Changes may affect industry practices, marketing claims, and how products are graded. Such revisions could influence financial performance as they adapt to consumer trends and technological advancements.