Why does buffalo/elk jerky say “contains beef”?
The buffalo and elk strips are solid buffalo and elk cuts. A USDA inspector is in our plant each day to ensure we are operating according to our food safety plan. The USDA only supervises beef production, not buffalo or elk. In order for the USDA to inspect our buffalo and elk processes, we puree beef (3% by weight) and add it to the marinade. The jerky strips are removed from the marinade and cooked in the smokehouse. The product you are eating is pure buffalo or elk, and the process is inspected and certified by the USDA.
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