Health Canada approves sale of irradiated ground beef

Says process can reduce bacteria

BY JOHN COTTER THE CANADIAN PRESS
OBITUARIES


The federal government has approved the sale of ground beef that has been treated with radiant energy similar to X-rays. Health Canada says irradiation can reduce levels of harmful bacteria such as E. coli and salmonella that could be in the meat. It...

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