Bill introduced to secure US vitamin, amino acid supply chain

The Securing American Agriculture Act would require the USDA to study global supply chain markets for U.S. agricultural inputs, including feed ingredients, such as vitamins, minerals and amino acids used in feed and pet food production.

Ann Reus
September 26, 2024
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The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) is applauding a bill that would require the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to study global supply chain markets for U.S. agricultural inputs, including feed ingredients, such as vitamins, minerals and amino acids used in feed and pet food production.

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