'Downer' cows killed, Congress learns
Sick cows were killed illegally at Hallmark/Westland slaughterhouse, company executive tells Congress after he views the Humane Society video that filmed workers forcing 'downer' cows onto their feet for killing. Video led to nation's largest meat recall. A portion was sent to schools as part of the USDA's National School Lunch Program.
The Associated Press; The Herald (CA) 2008-03-12
Categories: EDUCATION, Federal Agencies & Regulators, GOVERNMENT, School Meals & Snacks
Index: Bart Stupak, BSE, Chino, Democrat, e.coli, House Energy and Commerce, Humane Society, mad cow, Michigan, National School Lunch Program, Richard Raymond, salmonella, school lunches, Sean Thomas, Steve Mendell, USDA, Wayne Pacelle