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Portman’s Turn in Current Veepstakes Spotlight

"I think I’m better suited to stay where I am in the Senate," Sen. Rob Portman (R-OH) said on Monday. Increasingly, fewer and fewer Republican prognosticators agree with him. Portman is currently enjoying a mini-surge to the top of the field of potential running mates for Mitt Romney.

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Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-NV) has not indicated the exact date when the Senate will move to the bill, but IDFA is prepared for action. The House Agriculture Committee is expected to mark up its bill in mid-June.

Senate Action on Farm Bill Expected in Early June

The full Senate is expected to begin debate and consideration on the 2012 Farm Bill after the Memorial Day recess. "We are working closely with a number of Senate offices and are hopeful that there will be an amendment to keep supply management out of the Farm Bill," said IDFA Senior Vice President Jerry Slominski.

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Dairy Sustainability Symposium

May 30-31, 2012
Hilton Chicago | Chicago, IL

For dairy companies, sustainability offers a win-win proposition that contributes to a company’s bottom line. The Dairy Sustainability Symposium is designed to help you target ways to decrease your carbon footprint while you increase your efficiency.

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Better Process Cheese School

June 14-15, 2012
Offices of Dairy Management Inc. (DMI) | Rosemont, IL

Comprehensive review of Low Acid Canned Foods (LACF) regulations pertaining to shelf-stable process cheese manufacturers. FDA recommends at least one operator per plant complete a Better Process Cheese School.

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IDFA Webinar: FSMA & the FDA Inspection Process

June 19, 2012
1:00 - 3:00 p.m. ET |

Ready for new FDA inspections? FDA veteran Joe Levitt will review Food Safety Modernization Act, rule changes that have already taken place and others that will come this summer.

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Washington Conference, IDFA's Legislative Fly-In

June 20-21, 2012
The Liaison Capitol Hill | Washington, D.C.

Bring your voice to Washington and participate in dairy policy briefings, meet with members of Congress and attend 30th Annual Capitol Hill Ice Cream Party. Family Fun Program available.

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Dairy Plant Food Safety Workshop

August 21-22, 2012
Los Angeles, CA

The workshop will reinforce the industry’s commitment to effective food-safety processes and help dairy plants meet stringent regulations in the Food Safety Modernization Act.

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New U.S. Chamber of Commerce campaign urges business community to support free enterprise.

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