California Law Proposition 12 Driving Up Pork Prices Nationwide, Congress Urged to Act
California’s Proposition 12 has led to a significant increase in pork prices, with consumers feeling the effects of rising costs and declining consumption. The impact is not limited to California, as pork farmers nationwide are facing compliance costs and higher prices. Congress must address this issue in the Farm Bill to protect farmers and consumers from the repercussions of such legislation.