Document Type

Other

Publication Date

3-1-2002

Keywords

technology, meat safety, meat products

Extension Number

ExEx 2011

Department

Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering

Description

Innovations and new technologies tend to create apprehension among consumers who are not familiar with the technologies and their mode of action. This case currently exists regarding the use of hormones, antibiotics and other feed additives in livestock production. The purpose of this fact sheet is to familiarize consumers with some of the products of technology that are currently utilized in the production of meat animals and to provide an evaluation of how these products impact the safety of meat and meat products.

Comments

Updated March 2002

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