Noun
rBST (uncountable)
Bovine growth hormone produced using recombinant DNA.
Milk that advertises that it comes from cows not treated with rBST, is required to state this finding on its label. Source: Internet
In February 1994, rBST was approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in the U.S. It was common in the U.S., but has lost popularity due to consumer demands for rBST-free cows. Source: Internet
The report concluded that on the basis of the health and welfare of the animals, rBST should not be used. Source: Internet