WASHINGTON— “American beef and dairy products are
safe. The safeguards our government has in place to detect any incidence of
this disease are clearly working. The report of a cow with bovine spongiform
encephalopathy, discovered during the pre-rendering process, is proof that our
detection system works.
“Government
officials have confirmed that the animal in question was a dairy cow from
California. This animal did not enter the food chain. Scientists say the animal
displayed an atypical case of BSE, meaning it is a rare form not generally
associated with feed consumption. USDA scientists said they remain confident in
the health of the national herd and the safety of beef and dairy products.
“We are pleased to
hear that the Agriculture Department is conducting a comprehensive and
immediate investigation into additional details surrounding this case.”
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