The Beef Podcast Show - #53 - Enhancing Beef Quality: a Meat Science Perspective

Join us in this episode where we had a great conversation with Dr. Keith Belk from Colorado State University. We explored the industry's evolution and the adoption of beef quality assurance initiatives. Dr. Belk delves into the National Beef Quality Audit and emphasizes process control's critical role in beef production. He also sheds light on the hurdles of foreign object contamination and highlights the value of the quality assurance programs. Take advantage of this informative discussion on improving quality and consistency in the beef industry.

What you’ll learn:

• A comprehensive overview of the current state and historical context of beef quality in the USA
• Developments and improvements in beef quality and industry practices over recent years
• The consequences of foreign object contamination in processing
• Future challenges and opportunities in beef quality
• Insights into the issue of liver abscesses in cattle

Meet the guest:

Dr. Keith E. Belk

Experience

• Current: Professor & Head at the Department of Animal Sciences at Colorado State University
• Past: International Marketing Specialist at USDA-AMS-LS

Background

• Ph.D., Animal Science (Texas A&M University)
• M.Sc., Animal Science (Colorado State University)
• B.S., Animal Science (Colorado State University)

Connect with our guest on Social Media: LinkedIn