Episode 135: Preventing Foreign Material in Cattle Hides and MeatVideo: Episode 135: Preventing Foreign Material in Cattle Hides and Meat
Even clean pastures and well-maintained handling facilities can contain hidden hazards that are not immediately visible. A single piece of metal or a stray shotgun pellet can go unnoticed in cattle during production and may only be discovered during processing. This episode discusses common sources of foreign material, why foreign material contamination matters and what beef producers can do to reduce the risk of foreign material hazards on their operations.