Washington Report for 10-17-16

By Steve Kopperud

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• EWG Unveils New Database on Who Gets How Much from Federal Conservation Programs
• Ryan Says No Vote on TPP during Lame Duck -- Again 
• USDA to Hold Contract Livestock Haulers Responsible for Animal Welfare
• Tysons Buys into Meatless Meat Company
• Activist Food Group Targets Three House Republicans
• USDA Buys More Surplus Cheese
• Political Notes
  • Vilsack Rules Out Ag Secretary Job if Clinton Wins; Trump USDA Options Abound