ruminant-to-ruminant feed ban

The ruminant-to-ruminant feed ban is a regulation that prohibits feeding certain animal protein sources from one ruminant (such as cattle, sheep, or goats) to another. This rule was established to prevent the spread of diseases like BSE (bovine spongiform encephalopathy), commonly known as mad cow disease. By restricting this type of feed, health officials aim to protect livestock and, ultimately, human health. The ban ensures safer food production practices by minimizing the risk of disease transmission within ruminant populations.