BQA- Overview Review

When was the Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) program created?

• 1982

• 1985

• 1987

• 1991

What is the ultimate goal of the BQA practices?

• To maximize consumer confidence

• To implement FDA regulations

• To increase profits for producers

• To improve animal health

What is the purpose of the North Carolina - Beef Quality Assurance (NC-BQA) program?

• To promote international beef consumption

• To conduct research on beef production practices

• To assist beef producers in raising high quality beef

• To regulate the beef industry in North Carolina

What is the role of the NC-BQA program?

• To provide training and education on BQA guidelines

• To set production standards for beef producers

• To certify beef producers in North Carolina

• All of the above

What is the purpose of the National Beef Quality Audits?

• To promote the consumption of beef products

• To evaluate the quality and consistency of beef production practices

• To conduct research on beef safety

• To regulate the beef industry nationwide

What is the main focus of the BQA program?

• Environmental sustainability

• Good business management practices

• Consumer marketing strategies

• Animal welfare and husbandry

Tags

NGSS.HS-ETS1-3

NGSS.HS-LS2-7

What is the recommended route for administering injectable animal health products?

• Intramuscular (IM)

• Oral

• Subcutaneous (SQ)

• Intravenous (IV)

What should be done to minimize stress and injury during cattle handling and transportation?

• Provide appropriate nutritional and feedstuffs management

• Maintain clean feed and water handling equipment

• Inspect facilities regularly for ease of handling

• Implement biosecurity measures

What is the recommended dosage limit for injectable animal health products per injection site?

• 5 cc

• 10 cc

• 15 cc

• 20 cc

What should be done with suspect feedstuffs?

• Feed them to cattle after analysis

• Dispose of them properly

• Store them for future use

• Sell them to other producers

Tags

NGSS.HS-ETS1-3