As you know, the QSH Verified Beef Production Program is completely voluntary. Our collective success rests with participating producers like you . You’re responsible for making sure the product that leaves your farm is safe.

To make this happen, you must be:

• aware of food safety risks and hazards related to beef production, and

• follow the management procedures needed to reduce risks.

The QSH  Verified Beef Production Program is here to help you all the way!

CONSUMERS’ EXPECTATIONS

• Safe products

• High quality meat products

• Good value

POTENTIAL HAZARDS

• Bacterial contamination - e.g., E.coli

• Chemical contamination - e.g., antibiotics and hormones

• Physical contamination - e.g., broken needles