Most people will know that beef is categorized as a red meat, which means it has a high iron content, higher than any fish or chicken. But what else makes beef nutritious? Well, lean beef is rich in various vitamins and minerals. According to healthline, moderate beef intake can be recommended as part of a […]
There can be some confusion about which meat and which cuts of meat can be eaten rare. Beef tartare, for example, is a popular dish in some European countries and consists of raw minced beef with spices and vegetables. However, restaurants serving this dish use only the highest quality beef from a select few butchers. […]
A cow is a cow, right? Well not quite… to the untrained eye they may all appear the same but to a devout ranch owner there are significant differences. Cows differ not only in colour but also in body type. Similar to dogs, different breeds of cows have different characteristics. Ranch owners understand these breeds […]
You may be aware that unlike humans, cows have more than one stomach. In fact, cows have four stomachs in total. However, some people may view it as one stomach with four compartments. Cows are classed as ruminates, which are a group of mammals that have evolved in order to live off plants that are […]
Organ meat or entrails are rich sources of vitamin A, B, D and E and contain important minerals such as zinc, phosphorus and iron, but are they edible? The answer is yes, in fact organ meats are some of the most nutrient dense food you could feed to your dog. When compared to lean muscle […]
It is estimated that 70 percent of a cow is used for meat. This figure comes from The U.S. Department of Agriculture, however, those in the industry would estimate this figure to be closer to 60 percent. To put this into context, a 1200 pound cow with average muscle mass and ½ inch fat, yields […]
