More Meat From Carcass Could Reach Tables If Plan Approved
Ames report outlines approval of USDA proposal to allow mechanically deboned meat from beef and pork carcasses. Increased edible protein from 3.3 and 4.6 percent could enter products like beef patties sausage and pizza toppings. Robert Rust notes intent to redefine deboned meat and labeling with two classes and attention to protein quality.
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Barge Tieup Continues Impacts Meat Processing
A regional report notes ongoing barge tieup affecting supply chains. Discussions cite a 14 percent protein baseline and a 30 percent fat ceiling for products. The article questions the use of mechanically deboned meat as an acceptable additive in processed meats, per Rust.
Meat processing standards spark debate on calcium and fat limits
Industry experts examine proposed USDA rules allowing up to three quarters of one percent calcium in mechanically deboned meat and one percent in processed bone meat. Critics warn high calcium could reduce fat binding in frankfurters and bologna, while fats and labeling rules face shifts. Public comments are open until August 25.
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Reasons Outlined for Sharp Bean Price Rise
AMES Eastern Iowa soybean prices rose 66 cents from April 30 to May 20 to 5.20 per bushel the highest since October. Extension economist Wisner cited light marketings strong domestic crushings and export movement plus Brazil selling reluctance and crop outlooks as factors. USDA intents show a 10 percent cut in bean acreage with private analysts suggesting up to 12 percent, potentially a crop about 100 million bushels below this season.
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Farm Is Classroom In Knox Program
Knox College Midwest studies center offers a summer farm program in southwestern Wisconsin from June 21 to July 30. Urban undergraduates learn through direct farm living and interviews with local experts, exploring agriculture, history, and rural life, with hands on activities and field projects.
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