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Jan. 9, 2025 Source: National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA) news release WASHINGTON - Today, the National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA) and the Public Lands Council (PLC) denounced the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's (USFWS) revised grizzly bear listing and their rejection of state petitions to delist grizzly bears under the Endangered Species Act in the Northern Continental Divide and Greater Yellowstone Ecosystems. "This proposed rule and rejected delisting petitions do nothing other than move the goal posts for species recovery and deny sound science. It is disappointing to see the Fish and Wildlife Service create a single Distinct Population Segment that spans four states, millions of acres, and multiple areas where the science already shows that grizzly bears have recovered," said NCBA Director of Government Affairs and PLC Garrett Edmonds. "Combining multiple distinct ecosystems into one giant population segment for a solitary, apex predator further muddies the waters of what species recovery looks like and only makes it harder for recovered species to be delisted in the future. By creating this brand-new barrier to recovery, the Biden Administration is further weaponizing the Endangered Species Act and aiming it directly at rural communities on their way out the door." About NCBA The National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA) has represented America's cattle producers since 1898, preserving the heritage and strength of the industry through education and public policy. As the largest association of cattle producers, NCBA works to create new markets and increase demand for beef. Efforts are made possible through membership contributions. To join, contact NCBA at 1-866-BEEF-USA or membership@beef.org. About PLC The Public Lands Council (PLC) represents 22,000 cattle and sheep producers who operate with federal grazing permits in the West. The PLC advocates for these western ranchers who preserve our nation's natural resources while providing vital food and fiber to the nation and the world. Learn more at www.publiclandscouncil.org. Tweet |
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