Paleo Approved- Beef
The Paleo Approved Certification Program certifies Farms and Ranches that meet requirements for species-appropriate diet, and environmentally beneficial husbandry practices. Differing from other Paleo Certifications, Paleo Approved Standards vary by species.
Applied Standards
Feed of livestock may not include corn, cereal grains, milk replacers containing antibiotics or growth hormones, non-protein sources of nitrogen, antibiotics, hormones. "Grassfed Beef, also called Pasture-Raised Beef, Pasture-Grown or Grass-Finished beef. Cattle are raised and finished on pesticide-free, synthetic fertilizer-free pasture and hay, without ingesting grain of any type. Farmers must comply with any local, state, and federal requirements for beef cattle production. Paleo Approved Program Requirements do not preclude the Veterinary Practices Act of their State". All beef products must be free-range, antibiotic free, and hormone-free. "All Shipping, Management of Slaughter Facilities, and Processing Guidelines must coincide with aforementioned Paleo Approved requirements. Paleo Approved Requirements must not be compromised during transportation, or by slaughterhouse management or employees. All State, Federal, and Provincial Guidelines must be adhered to during the Paleo Approved certification period".