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U.S. Announces New Beef Safety Rules

U.S. Agriculture Secretary Ann Veneman announces new rules -- effective immediately -- aimed at strengthening the safety of the country's meat supply. For the first time, the regulations ban the use of sick or injured cattle in the human food chain. They also prohibit using cattle brains, spinal tissue and small intestines in food. Hear NPR's Greg Allen.

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Greg Allen
As NPR's Miami correspondent, Greg Allen reports on the diverse issues and developments tied to the Southeast. He covers everything from breaking news to economic and political stories to arts and environmental stories. He moved into this role in 2006, after four years as NPR's Midwest correspondent.