Avoid Artificial Hormones and Unnecessary Medication

What happens here

The farmer explains that his cattle are never given dewormers; instead, they are dewormed using charcoal, an all-natural method. He emphasizes that his cows are consistently moved to fresh pastures, preventing them from grazing near their own manure, which reduces parasite issues. He contrasts this with feedlot operations where animals are medicated not only to prevent disease but also to stimulate rapid growth using artificial hormones or steroid implants, a practice he views as unnatural and unnecessary.

Goal: Understand the impact of growth hormones and preventative antibiotics on animal health and meat quality.