North America enjoys highly efficient livestock production systems that have adapted and evolved to meet changing conditions. The industry is competitive in the world market, but faces significant opportunities and challenges both in North America and abroad, according to an 18-month study released by the Farm Foundation.
The study is believed to be the first to take a comprehensive look at the opportunities and challenges facing the major species of the animal agriculture industry in Canada, Mexico and the United States. The project involved more than 150 individuals from the three countries, representing producers, industry, government agencies and academia.
“Farm Foundation undertook this study to engage individuals and organizations in discussion of the challenges and opportunities facing animal agriculture, and in so doing, to provide public- and private-sector leaders with comprehensive and objective information to use in their decision making,” says Farm Foundation President Walter Armbruster. “This study does not make policy recommendations. The report highlights commonalties, differences and areas where future work may be needed.”
