Livestock Consolidation Research Act of 2026 mandates research on livestock industry consolidation.
The Livestock Consolidation Research Act of 2026 requires the Administrator of the Economic Research Service to publish a report on consolidation and concentration in the livestock industry. The report will cover changes in the size and location of ranches, farms, processing facilities, and packers. It will also examine the impact of these changes on farmers, ranchers, and consumers, including financial, market entry, resource access, and dietary impacts. The report will use data from the Census of Agriculture, Food Safety and Inspection Service, and Packers and Stockyards Division.
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