Reported 12 months ago
Tyson Foods Inc., a major meat supplier, is reducing its antibiotic-free beef options due to economic reasons after discontinuing antibiotic-free chicken last year. The company has informed a major customer it can no longer supply beef raised without antibiotics and is limiting its Open Prairie Natural Meats brand offerings starting in January. Tyson's decision to scale back on antibiotic-free beef signifies a shift in industry practices despite rising consumer demand for natural food.
Source: YAHOO