No animal by-products (processverified.usda.gov). No hormones or steroids (federal regulations prohibit the use of hormones or steroids in poultry). No antibiotics ever (processverified.usda.gov). Freshness guaranteed. Minimally processed. No artificial ingredients. Our chicken is fresh, never frozen. If possible, please have this package available when contacting us about this purchase. Be a part of our community. Contains up to 1% retained water. Raised cage free (processverified.usda.gov). Poultry care verified. Our chickens are raised with care on family farms and third-party verified. Family farms care for animals and respect for the land go hand in hand with responsible farming. That's why Perdue works with dedicated family farms that truly appreciate wholesome food.