Our legal hotline has been busy this quarter. Most of our consultations are not emergencies, but here are some of the hotline matters our team has been helping members navigate:

Georgia: A member contacted us after their product was placed under a government embargo due to governmental overreach. They had been dealing with the situation for seven weeks and were facing the prospect of closing part of their operation.

Michigan: A member called after learning they had a farm inspection scheduled for later that day and had questions about what they should expect and what information might be requested and the appropriate response.

Kansas: A member reached out while processing in their open-air exempt poultry operation when an inspector arrived and indicated he would return. FTCLDF has been very involved in helping the member navigate the matter with the Kansas Department of Agriculture, which we believe is interpreting the federal regulations differently than federal regulators. The matter is currently on the path for an administrative hearing.

Utah: A member who ships frozen raw beef received a visit from an inspector at the member's farm, who wanted to inspect the member's freezers and equipment. FTCLDF helped the member understand regulations.

Ohio: A member received an official warning alleging a violation of organic marketing and advertising rules and had 14 days to respond. FTCLDF helped the member with potential options.

North Carolina: A member contacted us after a neighbor's dog entered their farm property and was involved in an incident with their livestock guardian dog, and asked about their legal exposure.