animal and their inclusion in state and national census
counts. We also support the classification of the equine
industry as an agricultural enterprise.
West Virginia Farm Bureau recommends that any
equine species be included in the National Animal
Identification System.
13. INTERSTATE SHIPMENT OF MEAT
WVFB supports the interstate shipment of meat
with appropriate state inspection.
• Seize and quarantine animals when there is
probable cause to suspect the animal poses a
threat to the health and safety of humans, other
animals or certain industries
• Be a registering agency for pet shops
• Be a permitting agency for those breeding
exotic animals
16. NAMING AND LABELING OF FOOD
PRODUCTS
Misleading advertising is being practiced pertaining
14. REGULATORY AUTHORITY OF
to
imitation
food products. This is especially true
LIVESTOCK, POULTRY AND AQUACULTURE
Farm profits depend on good animal care; therefore, for milk, milk products and red meat, and causes
considerable misunderstanding among consumers.
farmers have an inherent interest in practicing good
West Virginia Farm Bureau recommends the
animal care.
adoption of regulations providing that ingredients and
West Virginia Farm Bureau opposes legislation
cultural practices be clearly and correctly identified on
that would give private organizat