USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service recently released a proposal to amend organic livestock and poultry production requirements. USDA is proposing the changes to ensure consistent application of the USDA organic regulations. The proposed changes are based on recommendations by the National Organic Standards Board and incorporate public suggestions, according to USDA. The proposal clarifies how producers and handlers must treat livestock and poultry to ensure their health and wellbeing throughout life, including transport and slaughter, and specifies which physical alterations are allowed and prohibited in organic livestock and poultry production. The proposal also establishes minimum indoor and outdoor space requirements for poultry. The public can comment on the proposal by visiting regulations dot gov (www.regulations.gov).