The House omnibus agriculture bill changes the size of the Minnesota Board of Animal Health from six members to 11. Representative John Burkel, who represents the northwestern corner of the state, attempted to turn back these changes. “The fact that those members just need is to be knowledgeable in animal agriculture versus being a veterinarian or a livestock producer is just too subjective and frankly, it’s irresponsible given the challenges that the livestock industry and poultry industry face with CWD, HPAI and African Swine Fever.” Burkel said this move is an attempt to politicize the Board of Animal Health.
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