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Alpha and omega: cornfed beef source as source of omega-3

Kristen Sindelar
Mar 27, 2025
Mar 27, 2025

Omega 3 beef 3.jpg — Meat raised using omega-3 essential fatty acids is said to have an appetizing tenderness, flavor and marbling with the added benefit of a lowered 6:3 ratio.
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Cornfed beef is considered “alpha” in taste and marbling quality, but lack of omega-3 fatty acids, known as the “good fat” has prevented this important source of protein from outpacing its seafood-oriented counterparts in terms of heart health.

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Omega 3 beef 2.jpg — Adding omega-3 fatty acids to an animals’ diet is as simple as including bulk meal in the feeding program. This product is called GreatOHP+ for the essential omega-3 fatty acid (Great O), high protein (HP) and microalgae (+).
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Reporter Kristen Sindelar has loved agriculture her entire life, coming from a diversified farm with three generations working side-by-side in northeastern Nebraska. Reach her at Kristen.Sindelar@midwestmessenger.com.

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