What is in my meat?

Are there antibiotics?

https://www.iowafarmbureau.com/Article/Are-there-antibiotics-in-meat#:

We, the public, all want healthy food and, therefore, healthy animals and a positive impact on the environment, primarily animal wellbeing.

High-quality animal-based proteins, such as beef, pork, poultry, eggs & dairy, are essential for a nutritious, balanced diet.

However, there are concerns about antibiotics given to animals and their impact on your health and the environment.

Grocery store labels on meat products:

These labels often raise questions like;

1. Are antibiotics present in the meat or not?
2. When & why do farmers use antibiotics for animals?

Reports from veterinarian Dr. Kristin Obbink, assistant director of the National Institute of the National Antimicrobial Resistance Research & Education from Iowa State University in Ames, explains as follows;

Livestock farmers consult with their veterinarians to determine the best treatment for farm animals. She says that sometimes farmers must use appropriate antibiotics for sick animals.

However, farmers must follow strict FDA guidelines for proper dosage, duration, and withdrawal time, meaning the time…