Dr. Keith E. Belk: Advancing Beef Quality | Ep. 53

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.

“The perception and image of the beef industry is improving. We need to leverage that by doing things right and by caring. It makes a big difference to consumers." - Dr. Keith E. Belk

What you’ll learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:40) Introduction
• (03:40) The National Beef Quality Audit
• (10:00) Evolution in beef quality
• (20:16) Impacts of foreign object contamination in processing
• (28:32) Prospects and challenges for future beef quality enhancements
• (30:46) Addressing liver abscesses in cattle
• (39:40) End of the Episode

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)

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