The announcement by Tyson Foods that it will market its fresh poultry as antibiotic-free, triggered several responses from at least one other poultry company and industry organizations.
After Tyson’s announcement, the National Chicken Council released a reminder that "antibiotics are used safely and responsibly in the broiler chicken industry to improve bird health, prevent or control microbial infections or to treat sick birds. Usage is sparing, in keeping with principles of judicious use."
The N.C.C. said while usage is in accord with regulations from the Food and Drug Administration and directions from pharmaceutical manufacturers, each company makes it own decisions on use of antibiotics in keeping with F.D.A. regulations and judicious use principles.
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