Farm animal growth boosters, which are non-essential chemicals, have long been used by veterinarians and animal producers as feed additives or implants. These substances, which have anabolic action and enhance animal performance in many meat-exporting nations, include beta-agonists, anabolic hormones, and bovine somatotropin. Additionally, as the animal's nutritional status influences the availability of nutrients needed for the advancement of development and growth, the development of multiple and individual organs depends on it. Since the sources and accessibility of nutrients vary depending on the animal's developmental stage, changes in the animal's nutritional status are normal. Furthermore, obstacles from the external environment also drastically alter extrinsic nutritional conditions. Despite tremendous advances in animal science and related technologies, there are still a lot of unanswered questions about how hormones impact the welfare and productivity of food animals as well as the public's perception of their usage. Bridging these gaps through translational and transformational research progress both basic and applied animal science, with the goal of feeding an expanding population.