Cows are descendants of this, now extinct, animal
Aurochs
Chickens are descendants of this animal
red junglefowl
Pigs are descendants of this animal
wild boar
This label means animals are allowed outdoor access
free-range
Cattle are ruminants meaning they have large stomachs and bacteria to help them break down grasses. Instead of feeding them corn some companies use this alternative practice that just makes sense
grass fed
grass
Battery cages are used for this type of hen
laying hen
Pigs' ancestors ate these things
eggs, plant matter, insects
The label of organic means animals are provided feed without .....
pesticides, gmos, antibiotics
If you get a third party to inspect your food processing operation you might get this certification
certified humane
Beef cattle are fed corn in this last stage before slaughter
finishing
This type of hen is full size in 2 months and is used for meat
broiler hen
gestation crates
The "Federal Humane Slaughter Act" requires this must happen before an animal is killed. Exceptions may apply
Stunning, animals are unconscious
if you want food with no antibiotics, buy things with this label
organic
Cows being fed corn can lead to _________________ in the digestive system. This can cause a rise in E. Coli bacteria.
Acidification
Ancestors of the chicken ate these things instead of just corn
insects, fruit, and seeds
what two methods are used to slaughter pigs
C02 Exposure, boltgun
It is this federal, four letter acronym's responsibility to regulate labels and inspect food processing facilities
USDA
What alternative agriculture practice might you use to avoid having pigs step on their young?
free range, cage free
Where in the cow are E. Coli bacteria likely to be found? How can this lead to food poisoning?
intestines, mixed in with other meat
The "cage-free" label on a package of chicken breast is redundant and unnecessary because...
broiler hens aren't kept in cages
A package of pork says "no hormones or steroids". Why is the redundant and uneccesary?
hormone and steroid use is illegal on food products
the food you are buying has a label for "all-natural". Legally this means....
nothing
Why shouldn't antibiotics be used in all animal feed?
antibiotic resistance, resistant bacteria transferred to humans