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MeatsPad
Welcome to MeatsPad, a platform to share breakthrough knowledge that is accessible to the meat industry. Be ready to hear from meat specialists to talk about numerous topics in meat science, including animal welfare, meat production, meat quality, among others.
Episodes
MeatsPadWhere is the pork industry today? - Dr. Dustin Boler
Our guest this week is Dr. Dustin Boler who is a Meat Scientist with Topigs Norsvin. He earned undergraduate degrees at Purdue University (BS ’04) and graduate…
MeatsPadCurrent changes in beef carcass sizes - Dr. Phil Bass and Jessica Lancaster
This episode will cover the current impact of the increase in size and weight of cattle, carcasses, and subprimal cuts due to this pandemic. Jessica Lancaster…
MeatsPadSlaughter safety, pathogens, and meat processing - Dr. Jennifer Acuff
Our guest this week is Dr. Jennifer Acuff, an Assistant Professor of Food Microbiology at University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, AR. Although her integrated…
MeatsPadBeef Tenderness and Aging - Dr. Phil Bass
We feature Dr. Phil Bass who is an Assistant Professor and Meat Scientist at the University of Idaho. He earned his Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Animal…
MeatsPadIntroduction to meat color and shelf-life - Dr. Ranjith Ramanathan
During this episode, we are excited to have Dr. Ranjith Ramanathan as our guest. Dr. Ram is an Associate Professor of Meat Science in the Department of Animal…
MeatsPadFactors to consider when increasing your slaughter capacity - Derek Schroeder, MS
Our guest this week is Derek Schroeder who is a slaughter equipment and meat processing specialist at Ultrasource. He is from Northeast Nebraska. Derek earned…
MeatsPadNew in-plant regulations to minimize COVID-19 in meat plants - Nelson Gaydos, MS
We feature Nelson Gaydos, an Outreach Specialist, at the American Association of Meat Processors (AAMP). He graduated from Penn State with both a Bachelor’s…
MeatsPadHow to Maximize Quality in Meat Processing - Dr. Brandon Goehring
In episode #5, we feature Dr. Brandon Goehring, a Technical Services Manager at Visko Teepak. He finished his BS in Animal Science at Iowa State University. He…
MeatsPadHow long can we store a pork carcass? - Dr. Elizabeth Boyle
This week, we feature Dr. Elizabeth Boyle, a Professor in Meat Science in the Department of Animal Sciences and Industry at Kansas State University. She will…
MeatsPadBonus Part 2 - Corn price fluctuation affecting the meat industry in COVID-19 times - Dr. Carlos Campabadal
Dr. Carlos Campabadal, an extension specialist at Kansas State University, discussed about the current situation with corn prices and how the COVID-19 pandemic…
MeatsPadBonus Part 1 - COVID-19 and its impact on the meat industry in North America - Dr. Jorge Simroth
We are featuring Dr. Jorge Simroth, a Feedlot Nutritional and Production Consultant at Feedlot Health Management Services in Okotoks, Alberta, Canada, who will…
MeatsPadAnimal welfare, transportation, and meat quality - Dr. John M. Gonzalez
In this episode, we feature Dr. John M. Gonzalez who is an Associate Professor at the University of Georgia. Dr. Gonzalez obtained his B.S. in Agricultural…