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Section 8 - Steps to Improve the Quality of Non-Fed Beef

The following is a list of steps to minimize quality shortfalls found in non-fed harvested beef.

1. Minimize condemnations by monitoring herd health and marketing non-fed cattle with physical disorders in a timely manner.

2. Prevent residues and injection site lesions in non-fed cattle by ensuring responsible administration and withdrawal of all animal health products.

3. Improve beef safety by encouraging practices which reduce bacterial contamination of carcasses.

4. Reduce bruises by dehorning, by correcting deficiencies in facilities, transportation equipment, and by improving handling.

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