Executive Order 14424: Promoting Fair Competition in Livestock Markets and Expanding Market Access for American Meat Producers

Executive Order 14424 directs federal action to promote competition in livestock and meat markets, protect ranchers and small processors from unfair or monopolistic practices, and expand interstate market opportunities for American-raised meat. The order calls for stronger enforcement of the Packers and Stockyards Act, increased USDA investigative resources, and coordination with the Department of Justice on potential antitrust violations. It also directs USDA to expand interstate shipment opportunities, assist small processors, modernize meat inspection, reduce unnecessary requirements, and pursue a guaranteed loan program supporting small and regional beef processors.