According to the USDA [1] rules passed on October 22, 2002,
certified organic beef must come from a fully verifiable production
system that collects information on the history of every animal in the
program, including its breed history, veterinary care, and feed.
Further, to be certified as organic, all cattle should meet the
following criteria:- Born and raised on certified organic pasture
- Never receive antibiotics
- Never receive growth-promoting hormones
- Are fed only certified organic grains and grasses
- Must have unrestricted outdoor access
- Must receive humane treatment
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