Regulation of the Poultry Industry under the Packers and Stockyards Act

摘要

This study presents information on the poultry industry and its regulation under the Packers and Stockyards Act of 1921, as amended. It discusses changes in the structure of the poultry industry, describes regulatory differences between the poultry and livestock industries, and highlights issues and concerns affecting regulation of the poultry industry. The information presented in this study was obtained through (1) a comprehensive literature search, (2) interviews with and/or data obtained from officials of the Department of Agriculture, and (3) interviews with officials of farm and industry organizations.