Use of Preventative and Therapeutic Drugs in Show Market Animals
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- January 25, 2022
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Overview
Various medicines are used in show market livestock and poultry, but exhibitors must ensure that the carcasses do not contain illegal residues of drugs, chemicals, and feed additives. Only approved substances should be used. Illegal uses of drugs in animals are explained. (2 Pages)
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