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Tier 3 — Observational / field trialPeer-reviewed

Effects of conventional and grass-fed production systems on the nutrient composition of beef

Leheska J.M. et al.

2008

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Summary

Research article addressing Effects of conventional and grass-fed production systems on the nutrient composition of beef (USA (temperate grass-fed vs conventional beef) scope). Describes approach and implications for (Comparative nutrient profile of beef (fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, fat content) under different systems; measures: n-3 and n-6 fatty acids, CLA, total and…

UK applicability

Although conducted in the USA, findings are consistent with UK grass-fed vs grain-finished beef and support differentiation of production systems in nutrition and labelling discussions.

Key measures

n-3 and n-6 fatty acids, CLA, total and monounsaturated fat, vitamin E and other micronutrients

Outcomes reported

Comparative nutrient profile of beef (fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, fat content) under different systems

Theme
Nutrition & health
Subject
Micronutrients & deficiencies; Diet quality & obesity; Animal systems
Study type
Research
Study design
Comparative field study of grass-fed and conventionally finished beef
Source type
Peer‑reviewed study
Status
Published
Geography
USA (temperate grass-fed vs conventional beef)
System type
Pasture vs conventional feedlot beef systems
DOI
10.2527/jas.2007-0565
Catalogue ID
XL0052

Topic tags

nutrition
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