Tim Niedecken, Chief Executive Officer American Livestock Markets and Dealers Association
On November 4th, ALMDA formally requested that USDAAPHIS delay the enforcement and/or implementation of the ADT Rule. This decision was unanimously supported byALMDA's Board of Directors. The letter to USDA-APHIS is linked at the bottom of this email.
ALMDA continues to hear from livestock markets, dealers, veterinarians, tag manufacturers, state animal health officials, and other trade associations about issues with the ADT Rule. The reality is that the industry is not ready to implement this rule.
ALMDA has previously provided USDA-APHIS with significant, real-world data from livestock markets and dealers which outlined our concerns. Today’s letter followed up on that information, noting that USDA has not responded to our concerns. Therefore, we asked USDA to delay the implementation and/or enforcement of the ADT Rule for at least 180 days.
ALMDA’s first responsibility is to serve and defend our member livestock markets and dealers. The ADT Rule is problematic in many ways. We encourage you to review the September 25 letter below for ALMDA's complete assessment.
If you have any questions on the ADT Rule or ALMDA's position, please let me know.