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Country of origin labeling sparks debate
April 1st 2003WashingtonPartly in response to questions and concerns raised by America's cattle producers through the National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA), the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) says it will conduct "listening and educational sessions" on country of origin labeling in key cattle-producing states.
Strapped for cash, states look to squeeze veterinary practices
March 3rd 2003Plagued by a sluggish economy and rising costs, state lawmakers charged with plugging nearly $26 billion in nationwide debt are desperate for new revenue. And for some, taxing professional services including veterinary care could freeze the financial meltdown.