Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.)
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KELO.com) — Congressman Dusty Johnson has introduced what’s called a “sweeping” cattle reform bill.
Cattle markets have suffered extreme volatility, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Johnson says his PRICE Act will increase transparency in the markets and provide greater price reporting.
“Cattle country is hurting and has not fully recovered,” says Johnson, “USDA laid out several areas where Congress can implement real solutions to improve the market – the PRICE Act is the answer to many of the issues our ranchers have faced for years.”
Johnson is referring to a USDA report released earlier this year that identified a number of systemic issues in the cattle market.
The PRICE Act also supports new and expanding markets for beef.
South Dakota Cattlemen’s Association President Eric Jennings says his members have long supported the ability to ship state-inspected beef products across state lines.
Read a full summary of the PRICE Act here:
