USDA and DOJ to Hold Dairy Workshop on June 25

USDA and the Department of Justice (DOJ) will hold a dairy workshop to examine competition in the dairy industry.  The workshop will be sponsored by the University of Wisconsin Law School in Madison.

According to the USDA press release, the "joint public workshop will build on the knowledge and experience of industry stakeholders, including farmers, processors, cooperative leaders and academics.  This is the third in a series of five workshops intended to promote dialogue among interested parties and foster learning with respect to competition and regulatory issues in agriculture."

The workshop will consist of opening remarks by U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Assistant Attorney General for the Justice Department's Antitrust Division Christine Varney.  A roundtable discussion, panels, and time dedicated to public testimony are also planned.

To read the USDA press release and for the full agenda and registration information, click here.
To read the University of Wisconsin news release, click here.

Posted: 06/24/2010