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There’s a great deal of confusion and misinformation out there about the use of antimicrobials – of which antibiotics are just one type — in food animals. In a recent blog series we explored why antimicrobials are used, what the concerns are, and what safeguards are in place. This week we met with John Schooten […]
Some Canadians have questions about antibiotic use in farmed animals. In an earlier post, we looked at the science behind the use of hormones in beef cattle. This week, in part one of a three-part series, we’re exploring another hot topic – antibiotics. First up, an explanation of what antibiotics are, and how and why […]
When it comes to the food you eat, you want to know the facts. Is it sustainably and ethically produced? Is it good for you? Unfortunately, the many misconceptions surrounding beef production make it hard to get accurate, reliable information. Here are five of the most common myths: Myth #1 Pastureland is a waste of […]
This is the final part of our three-part series on the use of antibiotics (or more accurately, antimicrobials), in food animals. In part one, we explained the difference between antimicrobials and antibiotics. To recap: antibiotics are just one type of antimicrobial, so for the purpose of these posts, we’re discussing the broad category of antimicrobials. […]
Last week in part one of this three-part series, we explained why and how antimicrobials (of which antibiotics are one type) are used in beef cattle. This week we’re exploring the causes for concern over that use. We continue our conversation with Dr. Sherry Hannon, research team lead and veterinary epidemiologist at Feedlot Health Management […]
In previous posts on the blog we’ve talked about the contribution the beef industry makes to Canada’s economy; about beef exports, young people in agriculture and more. These are all subjects that matter to Canadians. The central issue of all these topics is ‘sustainability’ – our ability to operate profitably and for the long-term, without […]
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