Changing consumer eating behavior and family dynamics are boosting interest in more suitably sized hams, but operators must overcome production and merchandising challenges to maximize buying activity.
On May 26, California’s Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) published its proposed regulations to implement the 2018 voter ballot initiative, Proposition 12.
Grilling is a commonly accepted cooking method used in meat quality research due to its short cooking time and affordability. However, grilling presents a number of challenges to ensure accurate and precise end-point temperatures, even when executed well. When monitoring internal temperature, the end-point temperature is dependent on correct thermometer placement.
The AAMP 2021 American Cured Meat Championships (ACMC) will be held in Oklahoma City, Okla., July 15-17 in conjunction with the AAMP Convention. A copy of the rules for the American Cured Meat Championships can be obtained by going to http://www.aamp.com/.