This industry e-book provides an in-depth review of focused topics relevant to the industry's growth, development and profitability in this first-ever compilation. In an easy-to-use e-book format, THE MEAT PROCESSOR'S JOURNAL lets processing executives, plant managers and R&D personnel explore the emerging science, methods, and trends pertinent to a specific meat and/or poultry processing topic. This content-rich, interactive e-book contains video, live web links and detailed graphics that you can download on the e-reader of your choosing. Also available in downloadable PDFs (See download instructions below.) Access valuable information wherever you are, in the format you prefer.

Volume 1 WHOLE MUSCLE PROCESSING is the premiere edition of THE MEAT PROCESSOR'S JOURNAL and is a compilation of expert knowledge, practices and technologies developed from the production of premium whole muscle products.

Next Edition: Volume 2 featuring Dry and Semi-Dry Sausages

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