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BQA Transport Quality Assurance Certification Online
USAgNet - 01/24/2018

A new online Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) Transportation Certification is available via the National Beef Quality Assurance program.

This certification program can be found at www.bqa.org. Click on "Certification" in the menu on the left-hand side of the screen.

"Transporters are an invaluable member of the beef supply chain. When cattle trucks hit the road, they become highly visible to the public's eye and maintaining the highest level of animal welfare is critical throughout the journey," explained Heidi Carroll, SDSU Extension Livestock Stewardship Associate.

Carroll went on to explain that before beef reaches the dinner plate, the animal is hauled several times.

"Cattlemen and transporters both insure the safety of people and cattle. They are also responsible for the quality of beef products and demonstrate their ethical commitment of caring for animals humanely," she said.

Transporting cattle at any age in their life is a stressful experience, so cattlemen and professional drivers should ensure the best care for the animals prior to, during, and after the journey.

The BQA Transportation Certification teaches industry best management practices and reviews laws and regulations for transporting cattle.


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