Two Notices about the Organic Livestock and Poultry Practices rule appear in the Federal Register today. 

Second Proposed Rule

The first notice is a proposed rule that requests public comment on options related to the Organic Livestock and Poultry Practices final rule. 

Access Proposed Rule: Public Comments Open: May 10 - June 9, 2017

Delay in Effective Date 

The second notice announces a delay in the effective date for the Organic Livestock and Poultry Practices final rule until November 14, 2017. This will allow additional time to receive and review comments - all comments must be submitted by June 9, 2017. 

Access Organic Livestock and Poultry Practices: Notice of Delay in Effective Date

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