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Background

The FASS Scientific Policy program was established in June 2009 with the signing of Lowell Randel of the Randel Group on a consulting agreement to fulfill the FASS Scientific Policy Program position in Washington DC.  Lowell is working with Walt Smith of the Mallard group to provide the services needed by FASS in this area.  The Washington DC position reports directly to the FASS Executive committee.The FASS Board of Directors established the FASS Scientific Policy Committee (FSPC) to provide guidance and direction to the FASS Scientific Policy program.

FASS Policy Statements
FASS Science Policy Committee Members
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FASS Science Policy Program Annual Report, 2010-2011

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FASS Policy Statements

Preserving Water Quality Associated With Livestock and Poultry Production
Adopted on May 5, 2011

International Agricultural Development and the Role of Animals
Adopted on May 5, 2011

Biotechnology as a tool to Enhance Sustainability for Animal Production
Adopted on May 5, 2011

Nutrition and Health Provided by Animal Products
Adopted on August 12, 2010

Farm Animal Well-Being
Adopted on August 12, 2010

Preserving the Benefits of Antibiotics for People and Animals
Adopted on August 12, 2010

Policy: Ensuring Food Security through Research, Extension and Education
Adopted October 23, 2009

Policy for Co-Promotion of Environmental Stewardship and Production Efficiency
Adopted March 29, 2009

 

 

FASS Science Policy Committee Members

James Pettigrew Chair, ASAS	Mary Delany Past Chair, PSA	Elizabeth Briczinski ADSA	Hugh Chester-Jones ADSA-ASAS Midwest
Dean Hawkins ASAS	Matthew Koci PSA	Michael S. Lilburn PSA	Mike Lacy FASS
Karen Plaut ADSA	Lowell Randel SP Director	Walt Smith SP Director