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From left, Doyle Leefers of National Beef; Kim Broekemeier, NARA second vice chair; Mike Glenn, NARA chair; Jeff Neil of Tyson Foods; Rep. Tracey Mann of Kansas; Dana Downing, NARA senior vice president of international programs; and Megan Fulmer of Darling Ingredients.
Renderers Engage With Lawmakers
During Fly-In
By Amy Moulden, NARA Director of Operations and Membership
Members from across the country joined the North American Renderers Association on Capitol Hill for the annual Congressional Fly-In June 23-25 where they engaged directly with lawmakers and their staff. The event served as an important platform for the rendering industry to advocate for its top policy priorities, including sustainability, international trade, biofuels and regulatory reform.
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Over the course of the three-day event, NARA members met with dozens of U.S. senators, representatives and congressional staffers, emphasizing the essential role rendering plays in supporting a sustainable food system, reducing waste and strengthening rural economies. These conversations highlighted the industry’s commitment to innovation and environmental stewardship as well as the need for
policies that promote continued growth and global competitiveness.
A highlight of the Fly-In was a special congressional reception attended by key allies of the rendering and agricultural communities. NARA was honored to welcome Rep. Tracey Mann, R-Kansas, as a featured speaker. A strong advocate for rural America and a champion of agriculture, Mann offered valuable insights and expressed
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