1) Forage Based Diet:

• On pasture during the growing season.
• Winter feeding can include, tame or wild hay/silage, greenfeed/cereal silage, provided they were cut in the milk or soft dough stage.
• There is an allowance for a small amount of grain, defined as no more than 5 lbs/day for no more than 45 days/year. This is to compensate for poor weather conditions. NOTE: Grazing standing corn or the feeding of corn silage will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis to calculate the amount of starch fed. (Feed tests will be required) If you are unsure if you ration/program would qualify, feel free to contact us for clarification.

2) Animal Welfare:

• Space: Ample space, primarily fed on the range or pasture. Pen feeding is allowed, but we would be looking at pen density and available bunk space.
• Safety: What is done to prevent slipping during loading/processing? How do you manage extremely cold or hot weather events? NOTE: Electric prod use is strongly discouraged. We understand that it may be used occasionally but ask producers to confirm that usage is greatly limited.

3) Traceability via CCIA/RFID tags:

Tracking these animals via CCIA/RFID tags from:

• The plant back to your farm, and,
• The duration in your care. Being able to prove age and farm of origin.
• Signed affidavit that accompanies your cattle to True North Foods, confirming that the cattle being delivered meet the specifications of our program.