What makes Australian beef taste so good?
The purpose of the article / blog is to communicate the traceability, safety and quality of Australian beef and why it is some of the highest quality beef available in the world.
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Not all beef is the same, and Aussie Beef is no exception! Australian beef offers unrivaled flavor. It's ideal for professional chefs or those who just enjoy a good barbecue. We also offer transparency in product safety and quality assurance.
Beef Traceability Is a Crucial Aspect of Australian Beef Production
Behind the scenes, we have put in place a huge amount of work, systems, and processes to ensure that we maintain high standards.
Commonly referred to as the NLIS, The National Livestock Identification System is Australia’s system for the identification and tracing of cattle. Every animal is tagged with a unique identification number that it keeps for life. Every cut of beef can be traced back to its source, providing a level of transparency that consumers can trust. This information is held in a central database, allowing the tracing of cattle to occur swiftly and efficiently. It is this that distinguishes the NLIS from other traceability systems.
Sustainability In the Red Meat Industry
The Australian red meat industry takes a natural approach to farming. This makes us a major land user. It also exposes us to environmental risks, such as global warming. That’s why our producers care passionately about the environment in which they raise their livestock. Quite simply, their livelihoods depend on a thriving environment and healthy ecosystem.
Australian red meat producers are committed to creating a more sustainable industry. They manage emissions and water use, increase biodiversity, create energy efficiencies, reduce waste, and implement environmentally sustainable land management practices.
Sustainability Isn’t Just About the Environment, It’s Also About Beef Animal Welfare
The Australian meat industry is committed to the highest level of animal welfare and the humane treatment of livestock. Our mission is to ensure accepted animal welfare standards are implemented and verified.
In 2005, the Australian meat industry worked with the RSPCA to create government-approved best practices. The Industry Animal Welfare Standards for Livestock Processing Establishments cover all animal welfare activities – from the moment livestock are received at the processing plant to the point of humane processing.
Australian meat processors also follow regulations mandated by state and territory regulations. These requirements are enforced by state inspectors and commercial auditors. For premises that are preparing meat for export, these are governed by the Australian Government’s Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment.
A Unique Approach to Beef Grading
Over 10 years ago, the Australian beef industry developed and established a beef grading system called Meat Standards Australia (MSA). This quality program labels each piece of beef with a guaranteed grade and recommended cooking methods. MSA is a voluntary grading program that accurately predicts the quality of Australian beef, enabling suppliers to deliver a consistent of quality beef to consumers.
MSA was developed with consumer taste in mind. This means that everyone in the supply chain can work to get a better result at every stage, from the paddock to the plate. There are at least 16 different factors at play, including breed, use of growth hormones, pH, age, and of course beef marbling. Each factor impacts tenderness, juiciness, flavor and the customer's end experience.
Why Aussie Beef?
The Australian beef industry produces some of the finest beef in the world, producing high-quality grass-fed beef, grain-fed beef, organic beef, lean beef, and breed-specific products such as Australian Wagyu beef and Angus beef. The Australian beef industry also caters to the needs of different cultures, with many Australian processors producing Halal beef guaranteed to adhere to Islamic laws.
Halal Beef
Most Australian processors produce beef, guaranteed to adhere to Islamic laws. To be certified as Halal, the animals must be slaughtered by accredited Muslims. The Australian Government Supervised Halal Programme is administered by the Federal Department of Agriculture.
About Aussie Beef & Lamb UK
Aussie Beef & Lamb (ABL) is a Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) owned brand that promotes Australian red meat across export markets, representing beef, lamb, goat and veal. Our brand denotes high-quality red meat that is raised, produced, and exported in safe, clean environments.
In short, at Aussie Beef & Lamb, we believe there’s no better place on earth to source your beef. Wide open spaces have allowed us to develop a natural approach to farming, and as a vast island, our livestock is more protected from illness and disease. Our animals have more freedom to roam and live a less stressful life, ultimately delivering a better result for everyone. From beef animal welfare to the care taken in processing and packing, you can be assured of serving and enjoying the best-tasting beef, responsibly.
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