Kentucky Beef Quality Assurance Program
ID-140
Kentucky Beef Quality Assurance Program
Kentucky Beef Quality Assurance Program
Authored by: Jim Akers Donna Amaral-Phillips Roy Burris John Johns Gregg Rentfrow Patty Scharko
Abstract
Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) is a program developed to ensure that beef and dairy cattle are managed in a manner that will result in safe and wholesome beef and milk products for the consumer. Specifically, BQA is designed to enhance carcass quality by preventing drug residues, injection-site blemishes, and bruises. The Kentucky Beef Quality Assurance Program is based on recommended national guidelines and scientific research. This program enables beef and dairy producers to enhance their product, maximize marketability, and strengthen consumer confidence.
Core Details
Publication ID
ID-140
Status
Reprinted
Publication Date
February 6, 2015
Series
Multi-Part Series
N/A
Categorical Details
Language
English
Peer Reviewed?
Yes