Is Indiana freezer beef safe to eat?
Yes. Beef processed at state- or federally inspected facilities are evaluated for any sign of illness before slaughter. After slaughter, the carcass and internal organs are inspected for any signs of disease, such as tuberculosis, that would make the meat unacceptable for human consumption. The index herd was identified through routine inspection when a cow was sent to a slaughter plant. The information was relayed back to the Indiana State Board of Animal Health for follow up with the herd owner. This finding indicates that the U.S. food safety system works, and consumers can be confident in the meat they purchase.
