Beef checkoff referendum passes
Reinstatement of the checkoff for cattle producers passed in a referendum, the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship reported. The 50 cents per animal fee for industry promotion and research received 56 percent approval. A simple majority was required. The mandatory checkoff fee will be collected beginning March 1. Refunds will be granted on request. The $1 per animal federal checkoff remains in effect.
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