Bos Taurus; from BE to NL; PM findings at slaughterhouse > 90% gestation
- Classification
- Non-compliance notification
- Risk
- Potentially serious
- Category
- dairy cow
- Origin
- Belgium
- Notifier
- Netherlands
What is this? A pregnant cow from Belgium was sent to a slaughterhouse in the Netherlands. Officials found the cow was more than 90% pregnant.
What's happening? The cow should not have been sent for slaughter while so far along in pregnancy. This is against rules meant to protect animal welfare.
Does this affect me? The meat from this cow may have entered the food chain. If you bought beef recently, it could be from this animal.
What should I do? Do not worry unless you feel unwell. If you have concerns, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
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Classification: Non-compliance notification · Risk: Potentially serious · Category: dairy cow · Origin: Belgium · Notifier: Netherlands
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