A:1. No hormones have been administered to Gurney's Chicken.
2. Antibiotics are sometimes administered to combat infections when other management strategies have been unsuccessful.
3. The chickens are inspected by vets before and after antibiotic administration and they are checked before processing and withholding periods apply.
4. Only antibiotics assessed and approved for use in the livestock industries by regulatory authorities are used.
5. Regular inspection by Department of Veterinary Services on antibiotic, hormones and bird flu is carried out.
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