https://civileats.com/2021/11/23/could-a-rapid-test-for-antibiotics-force-transparency-in-the-meat-supply-chain/ Daily News and Commentary About the American Food System Thu, 15 Dec 2022 01:30:30 +0000 hourly 1 https://civileats.com/2021/11/23/could-a-rapid-test-for-antibiotics-force-transparency-in-the-meat-supply-chain/#comment-251651 Tue, 25 Jan 2022 16:52:55 +0000 https://civileats.com/?p=44450#comment-251651 There is a third party audit program in Canada called the Verified Beef Program. It is a voluntary program for producers who want to comply with specific standards and protocols in their operations, from cow-calf to feedlots. One of the key components of the program is antibiotic use and that the necessary “withdrawal” times have been followed before an animal enters the food chain. Of course the withdrawal time does not mean zero antibiotic use. The program requires an on-farm audit and review of an operators records for the administration of antibiotic (what, why, and dose). The program speaks to the fact that most producers want to be doing the right thing…raising their animals with a eye on the environment and the food chain. But I think Niman is on to the next level of verification and accountability which I believe both consumers and operators would welcome. Antibiotic resistance is a real issue that must be met head on.

]]> https://civileats.com/2021/11/23/could-a-rapid-test-for-antibiotics-force-transparency-in-the-meat-supply-chain/#comment-248837 Sun, 16 Jan 2022 16:48:29 +0000 https://civileats.com/?p=44450#comment-248837 There is a publicly traded company called “Where Food Comes From” that similarly advocates for a consumer-sourced accountability. I believe efforts like these are essential for boosting consumer leverage in the decisions of feedlot operators, ranchers, and farmers. It is difficult to convince people to prioritize “voting with their dollar”, especially if they are having trouble keeping up with the cost of living. The feelings of aggravation and exasperation upon realizing that your efforts have been manipulated by false labeling…FoodID could be a pathway to much needed consumer confidence. Kudos to everyone trying hard to “be the change”.

]]> https://civileats.com/2021/11/23/could-a-rapid-test-for-antibiotics-force-transparency-in-the-meat-supply-chain/#comment-245945 Sun, 02 Jan 2022 01:36:09 +0000 https://civileats.com/?p=44450#comment-245945 When i think about the amount of illnesses that plague the human body ,i am beyond grateful for this initiative to eliminate the use of antibiotic on animals.Also i can only imagine the stress on the animals body and the environment they are force to be in.

]]> https://civileats.com/2021/11/23/could-a-rapid-test-for-antibiotics-force-transparency-in-the-meat-supply-chain/#comment-237755 Tue, 23 Nov 2021 20:20:22 +0000 https://civileats.com/?p=44450#comment-237755 There’s a word for this: bribery.

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