Concerned about the welfare of animals? Check out the Certified Humane Raised and Handled Program to ensure that the animal products you consume come from animals treated well. By Amanda Sorell December 2012/January 2013
The nonprofit organization Humane Farm Animal Care has created a program to certify that cows and other livestock raised for food products are well cared for by those who raise them. Photo By Fotolia/Dudarev Mikhail
Humane Farm Animal Care, a national nonprofit organization, is working for the welfare of animals with its Certified Humane Raised and Handled program. The program prioritizes animals’ care above their commercialization and sets standards that producers must meet for their products to receive the program’s label. The standards include prohibiting growth hormones and antibiotics; sufficient, clean and nutritious feed and water; and compliance with food safety and environmental regulations; among others.
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Posted: November 11, 2012 by Certified Humane
Concerned about the welfare of animals? Check out the Certified Humane Raised and Handled Program to ensure that the animal products you consume come from animals treated well.
By Amanda Sorell
December 2012/January 2013
The nonprofit organization Humane Farm Animal Care has created a program to certify that cows and other livestock raised for food products are well cared for by those who raise them.
Photo By Fotolia/Dudarev Mikhail
Humane Farm Animal Care, a national nonprofit organization, is working for the welfare of animals with its Certified Humane Raised and Handled program. The program prioritizes animals’ care above their commercialization and sets standards that producers must meet for their products to receive the program’s label. The standards include prohibiting growth hormones and antibiotics; sufficient, clean and nutritious feed and water; and compliance with food safety and environmental regulations; among others.
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