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The 4 Key Segments That Make Up the Beef Industry

The document lists the eight main parts of the beef cattle business: 1) Seed stock producers breed better genetics for the business 2) Commercial cow-calf producers raise calves until weaning. 3) Yearling stockers add weight to weaned calves. 4) Feedlots feed cattle for 100-200 days to finish before harvest. 5) Packers process carcasses into wholesale … Read more

Is Ground Beef High in Histamine?

For those with histamine intolerance, monitoring the histamine content of foods is an important part of managing symptoms. Meats like ground beef often come up as a food to watch when following a low-histamine diet. But is ground beef actually high in histamine? The answer depends on a few key factors. Let’s take a closer … Read more

Proper Hanging Times for Pork Before Butchering

Butchering your own pork can be deeply satisfying, but it’s important to hang the carcass for the right amount of time first. Hanging, also called aging, allows enzymes to break down tissue which tenderizes the meat. It also allows the meat to chill thoroughly. So how long should you hang pork before butchering? The optimum … Read more

What Beer Goes Best with Pulled Pork? A Perfect Pairing Guide

Pulled pork and beer is a match made in heaven. The tender, smoky porkcontrasts beautifully with the right beer, taking your barbecue experience to new heights. But with so many beer styles to choose from, what brew is best for pulled pork? Through research and taste testing I’ve found that certain beer styles consistently complement … Read more

Is Minced Beef Good for Weight Loss?

Ladies and gents! Let me introduce the simple and yummy ground beef diet. People who like meat and aren’t good at cooking should try this diet. It worked for me after 30 days! Let’s talk about its rules and goals, benefits and side effects, and a 7-day meal plan. When trying to lose weight, monitoring … Read more

what does 2 oz of smoked salmon look like

What Does 2 Ounces of Smoked Salmon Look Like? A Visual Guide Smoked salmon is a delicacy that many people enjoy but if you’re new to eating it you may wonder – what does 2 ounces of smoked salmon actually look like? In this comprehensive guide, we’ll take a close look at smoked salmon, its … Read more

Is There Pork in McDonald’s Chicken McNuggets?

I want to be crystal clear right up front: I love McDonalds. Yes, this tree-hugging, make-my-chicken-broth-from-scratch, wont-buy-berries-unless-theyre-organic foodie loves McDonalds. I haven’t eaten at Burger King or Taco Bell in years, and the thought of White Castle or Taco Bell makes me sick. But the taste of a McDonald’s cheeseburger, which hasn’t changed much since … Read more