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Veterinary Science and Ag Economics
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Each person eats on average 59.7 pounds of beef per year (2010) Compared to: ◦48.0 pounds of pork ◦Approximately 82 pounds of chicken
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The grass-fed cow, which eats from a pasture and is not "finished" on a diet of grains and supplements for rapid weight gain
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A grain fed cow/ steer is one that has been raised in pastures, then finished on a grain and forage diet
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Said to be: Better for the planet (less energy goes into growing grass than grain) Better for the beef eater (less overall fat, and more omega-3s and other "good" fats) Better for the steer (critics call feedlot practices as inhumane)
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A feedlot steer can grow to slaughter weight (1200 lbs) up to a year faster than a cow fed only forage, grass, and hay The feedlot process also enhances fat marbling, which is one factor that determines a cut of beef's USDA rating ◦the more fat within the red meat, the richer the taste, the higher the grade
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Grain fed beef Grass fed beef
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Grass-Fed BeefGrain-Fed Beef Smaller carcass Grows slower (up to a year longer) Less marbling Increased cost Higher fat and calorie content Negative publicity High concentration of grains in diet
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As a cook, you will notice: Sometimes a lot darker color Often with less marbling Yellow colored fat vs. white fat Taste, usually non-traditional flavor
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Omega-6 are saturated fatty acids Omega-3 are unsaturated fatty acids
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Grass Fed BeefGrain Fed Beef Ground beef: $8.49 per pound ◦Last year $4.99 per pound Boneless Chuck Roast: $7.99 New York Steak: $18.99 Ground beef: $4.49 per pound ◦Last year $2.69 per pound Boneless Chuck Roast: $5.99 New York Steak: $10.99
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