According to a national survey released recently by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, consumers don’t know the true meaning of phrases such as “free-range” and “grass-fed,” but their perceptions of the terms can have a major influence on animal agriculture and the practices used.
Source: Drovers CattleNetwork, July 13, 2016.
The article reviews the following topics:
- Free-range and pasture-raised
- No hormones
- “No antibiotics added” or “raised without antibiotics”
- Monitoring animal welfare
- Read between the lines – American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) vs. American Humane Association (AHA)
INSIGHTS: You may note that the survey sample was only 1,000 persons via the internet. Still the information is important to animal health professionals. As a group, we are often misunderstood with our production practices and stewardship of products and antibiotics. No animal health professional can avoid the challenge of defending our industry. This article can deepen your understanding of how our industry works to safely support food production.