In today’s marketplace, farmers and ranchers are providing consumers with a variety of beef options including grass fed and grain fed. However, despite these different labels, one thing remains the same. Virtually all cattle are grass fed for a majority of their life.
Regarding the concerns generated about grain fed beef, it is important to remember all cattle are raised similarly in the beginning stages of their life. The true difference between grain and grass fed beef is their nutrition during the “finishing stage.” Grain fed beef is fed corn and nutrient dense feed during the final months before harvesting. In fact, given the choice, cattle actually prefer corn,
It is important to keep in mind, no matter which type of beef you choose to consume, the beef you feed your family is monitored closely from pasture to plate. For more information, visit
http://www.meatmythcrushers.com/myths/myth-feeding-cattle-corn-is-unnatural.php.
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