[Comparative studies on the effects of hormone preparations on meat building in farm animals]

Many hormone preparations of non-stilbene nature are known for their weight-gain stimulating properties in the context of cattle, smaller horn animals, and swine, with gain rates between five and 20 per cent being achievable. Savings on feedstuff may reach orders between five and 15 per cent, and the yield of high-quality meat products is improved as well. Oestrogenic activity may be substantively reduced by discontinuation of diethylstilboestrol tablts five days before slaughter. It is suggested to remove tablet residues when other stimulators are to be implanted. The following preparations and doses are recommended for approbation in the context of breeding and fattening.