Tableside Information:

Common Names: Veal

Tender Veal from humanely raised calves.

Tender, Juicy, Flavorful

Food Information:

THE FARM - Le Québécois is a progressive program Le Québécois veal is ahead of the industry curve in terms of environmental stewardship and animal husbandry. Le Québécois farmers make changes to their practices before those changes are mandated by law. This forward thinking limits the risk of supply disruptions. Le Québécois generates Positive Publicity Le Québécois is a market leader in sound practices and it is recognized by animal rights activists, consumer groups, politicians and the media. Le Québécois Veal is Healthy for Consumers Le Québécois calves are fed a natural diet and are free of sub-therapeutic antibiotics and artificial hormones.

THE METHODS - Sustainable Agriculture involves... ...the successful management of agriculture resources to satisfy human needs while maintaining or enhancing environmental quality and conserving natural resources for future generations. Le Québécois Veal farmers are committed... ...to sustainably managing the soil and water upon which their livelihood depends.The small farming families that raise Le Québécois calves depend on the land that they are intimately connected to. Québec’s Environment Ministry... ...takes environmental responsibility very seriously through strict laws and regulations such as the Environmental Quality Act. The Le Québécois Veal program also adheres to the strict regulations of the Environment Ministry and meets the guidelines of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). Strict regulations are followed... ...to maintain responsible ecological practices regarding livestock husbandry, soil and water management, waste management, and the elimination of chemical and mineral surpluses. Le Québécois farmers adhere to stringent government regulations that prevent animal waste from contaminating ground water or the local ecosystem.

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