I didn't realize that there was a clause in a bill in the Senate last month to prohibit the use of "downer" cattle (those too sick to stand or walk) meat for human consumption, but that it was dropped from the bill in the House.
How very interesting.
Also...
In Washington state Monday, a state dairy group said the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) could order the slaughter of the cattle herd that included the cow with the disease if officials found that other cows were infected.
"It may not be a situation where the entire herd is taken, but it is a possibility," said Steve Matzen, general manager of the Washington State Dairy Council. "But we'll probably rely on the USDA as they make those calls based on science." article
What? Not faith-based?
....but hey, do what you want....you will anyway.
Tuesday, December 30, 2003
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