Interpret state and national rules, policies, and regulations affecting the livestock industry.

Interpretation should include the purpose, definitions, and enforcement of the rules, policies, and regulations. Examples of rules, policies, and regulations include, but are not limited to,

• Veterinary Feed Directive (VFD)
• trucking laws and regulations rules
• Humane Methods of Slaughter Act
• health and safety rules. 

Process/Skill Questions:

• How are agricultural issues raised before becoming legislation?
• What rules govern the livestock industry?
• What policies and regulations affect the livestock industry?
• How are rules, policies, and regulations enforced?