supplier. However, be aware, there is no such thing as ??hormone-free beef.?_ Even beef raised organically will contain hormones because all animals produce hormones naturally. To the question of slaughter: I had a long conversation with one of the Cargill representatives with respect to the slaughterhouses and the role of Dr. Temple Grandin, a global expert on animal welfare practices. McDonald??s has worked with Dr. Grandin to create the best kind of system and environment for slaughterhouses. If you want to learn more about Dr. Temple Grandin click here. McDonald??s and Cargill only work with suppliers who conform to the standards put in place and approved by Dr. Grandin and if any supplier is found to have treated an animal unfairly; they are immediately terminated as a supplier. Please note that my conversation was in regards to cattle. If you have more animal welfare questions, please follow Maureen??s report on her trip to Cargill??s chicken facility-which is coming up next! To the question of respecting the animal through complete use of the meat: McDonald??s is just one of Cargill??s clients. Cargill supplies meat to other customers as well, like grocery stores. As an example, animal fat that is not used for human consumption is used in dog food or in the making of cosmetics, soap and other such products. If you have a question not yet answered, please post it here. Maureen will continue to ask your questions or anything else that is on your mind about McDonald??s. Dialogue is