Ag Secretary Proposes Ban on Downers

Randall Weiseman May 21, 2008 Beef, Cattle, Livestock

USDA is proposing a complete ban on downer cattleÂ for food use, something Agriculture Secretary Ed Scahfer said is needed.Â ReportÂ (1:00 mp3)Â

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