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safety, animal welfare, process assurance or quality attributes, animal identification and traceability are the keys. Canada is well ahead of the United States and Mexico on this issue. Identification and traceability systems will emerge rapidly during the next few years to enhance the industry’s ability to respond to natural and intentional disease outbreaks, improve food safety, and provide assurances of food quality and wholesomeness. Some elements of these systems will be developed and managed by government; other parts may be purely private; and some elements may require public/private partnerships. What We Need to Know How could information generated by traceability systems be utilized to develop risk-management strategies to minimize impacts of animal disease outbreaks? Communities and Communication There are no simple answers to the complex issues facing rural communities affected by animal agriculture. The issues are multi-faceted and link producers, processors, retailers, consumers, and the people living and working near farms and processing facilities. Reaching workable solutions requires patience, partnerships, information and clear communication. Solutions may require the cooperation of industry and multiple levels of government. What We Need to Know What are the economic and social consequences of alternative regulatory systems for making siting/zoning decisions about animal production and processing facilities? What tools can be brought to bear to encourage cooperation among industry, government, the public and the various elements of the food supply chain? What are the actual economic multiplier effects of animal agriculture production and processing facilities on rural communities? Concluding Remarks North America enjoys highly efficient livestock production systems that have adapted and evolved to meet changing conditions. New products are developed to meet changing consumer preferences. New production systems reduce costs. Contracts replace open markets and redefine the relationships among the stakeholders in the system. Technological developments increase farm-level productivity, processing efficiency, distribution systems and marketing. Every facet of the animal food chain—from genetics to retail and food service outlets—is adjusting to the rapid pace of change. A Look to the Future 153 The North American animal agriculture industry remains competitive in the world market. However, it faces significant challenges and opportunities, both in North America and abroad. Farm Foundation initiated this project to compile a comprehensive look at the opportunities and challenges facing animal agriculture in North America today. How industry, government and academia use the information compiled here will help shape the future of this industry in North America.
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Foreword Farm Foundation is a catal
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Executive Summary The Future of Ani
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Chapter 2 Economics of Production,
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Economics of Production, Processing
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The Future Economics of Production,
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References Economics of Production,
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