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The Organic Meat Company Limited (TOMCL) has secured a $4 million export contract with First Quality Food Stuff LLC to export frozen boneless beef to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). TOMCL announced this contract in a notice to the Pakistan Stock Exchange, stating that it highlights their position as a leading meat processor and exporter from Pakistan to the UAE. The company expects to generate the revenue from this contract within the next six months, contributing to its financial performance and delivering value to its shareholders. This contract follows a previous $4 million export contract with First Quality Food Stuff LLC. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on a wide variety of products on the market around the world, particularly the U.S. that focus on the idea of natural goodness and All-Natural claim. A research reveals that about two-thirds of the consumers are concerned over the quality and safety of the poultry and meat products. A graph indicates that the percent of products based on the All-Natural claim in the U.S. food market is still high despite a drop of five percent over the past five years.

El artículo presenta un análisis de la posibilidades de expansión del mercado de la industria cárnica latinoamericana, así como las tendencias en el consumo de carne en la región. La autora ofrece cifras de las exportaciones latinoamericanas de carne a China y el Medio Oriente, entre otros mercados.

The article discusses the importance of maintaining and improving compost product quality to ensure confidence in organic waste recycling industries worldwide. It mentions that the quality of compost products is highly dependent on the quality of the feedstock materials. It cites the Quality Meats Scotland (QMS) agricultural scheme that has successfully driven the physical contaminants limit for compost quality on land used for producing Scotch beef and lamb branded meat.

The article discusses the study done by Prairie Swine Centre Inc. in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan indicating that pigs hauled in the bottom nose compartment of a trailer have higher risk for high level stress and poorer meat quality. It notes that 1,170 pigs were loaded in pot-belly trailer for 8 hours on different compartments and was evaluated for lactate levels at slaughter. Meat quality of pigs at the bottom nose showed higher blood lactate level, higher pH values, and lower drip loss.

Se presenta un análisis del estado de la crianza de ganado vacuno en la zona serrana de Perú. Se ofrecen estadísticas del Ministerio de Agricultura de Perú acerca de la productividad de la carne vacuna según los diversos departamentos productoras, se comenta sobre la calidad de la carne de vacunos en Perú y se cita la importación de carne bovina.

The article offers news briefs in the U.S. in 2008. A study at the Prairie Swine Centre in Canada stress responses and meat quality of pigs from conventional and large group auto-sort pens marketed in the same facilities. According to a research, variation in sow behavior might be more significant than piglet behavior in attempting to reduce crushing losses the first 72 hours of the life of the piglet.

El artículo presenta un análisis de la automatización total del proceso de producción en la industria cárnica, con énfasis en la optimización de la maquinaria utilizada. Algunos temas discutidos incluyen manejo de la línea de producción, estandarización de la calidad del producto y el software Auto-Command para el manejo automático de maquinarias.

The article discusses various issues concerning the quality and safety of instrumental graded meat in the U.S. It focuses on an instrument developed at the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Roman L. Hruska U.S. Meat Animal Research Center (USMARC) for measuring marbling and yield grade traits at beef carcass plants across North America. It examines the benefits of using VBG2000, an instrument based on image analysis, manufactured by E+V Technology GmbH for meat yield and quality grading.

The article focuses on the approach of Rehmeier Farms, which was managed by Layton Rehmeier's great-great-grandsons Rick and Dean Rehmeier, to its purebred-based commercial hog operation in Augusta, Missouri. Rick says that they are aiming to produce high-quality product for consumers and to make good living for their family. It notes that Rechmeier's fast growth and high meat quality have been strengthen with the help of TRULINE Genetics, a swine breeding business owned by Everett Forkner.

Scottish beef and lamb farmers in the Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) assurance scheme will now be required to have an annual visit from their vet after the levy board revealed an update to the rules. The QMS assurance scheme is a requirement for all Scottish farmers who sell beef or lamb that carries the premium protected geographical indicator mark. [Extracted from the article]

A new year, a new decade and a whole load of new challenges await an already strained industry. I would love someone to apply this formula to meat-based protein versus plant-based protein and show just how much of the latter you'd have to consume to match the nutrient value of 100g of beef. We are now beginning to see a few articles from dieticians who say the quality of protein humans require is crucial - which is where red meat should win again. [Extracted from the article]

Beef farmers in the UK are bracing themselves for further price cuts between now and Christmas after warnings Irish imports could increase. All beef farmers can stand up for their industry by calling out a lack of balance in reporting on the environmental and health impact of beef, the NFU Scotland president had said. [Extracted from the article]

Presents an update on the livestock industry in Great Britain as of June 2005. Findings of a study on the meat quality of bulls slaughtered at fifteen to seventeen months of age; Ways to reduce the resistance of roundworms to anthelmintics recommended by parasitologist Bob Coop; Status of the beef industry in Poland.

Most supermarkets in Scotland are stocking more home-produced lamb but Asda still lags behind, according to monitoring by NFU Scotland (NFUS) members. Although the supermarket did not explain why it was sourcing more New Zealand product than its competitors, a spokesman said the UK lamb on sale was produced in Scotland but processed in England. [Extracted from the article]

The article reports on the efforts of Malaysian governmental agency Halal Development Corp., urging international countries to accept its certification of six consigment of halal boneless meat in Malaysia on June 2016.

The article focuses on the move of the Societe Interprofessionnelle Des Bouchers Et Charcutiers Abatteurs A Surgeres (SIBCAS) to replace its chamber machine with a Compact R 085 Thermoforming Packaging Machine for a doubled output and further growth. According to chief executive officer Nicolas Joyet, the company maintains quality, closeness to customers, speed of reaction, and hard work that gives customer satisfaction. The goal of Joyet to increase the production area by 2016 is cited.

The article offers the author's insights on topics related to beef grading system in Great Britain. Topics mentioned include the regulation for the standard of beef quality in the country, the domestic beef consumption that was affected by inconsistency of product, and the need to improve the beef grading system to promote the customer satisfaction. Also mentioned was the importance of giving incentives to beef industry to help produce animals that will give better tasting meat.

The article reports on the increase use of British chicken in the fast food chain McDonald's Corp. and highlights the popularity of the poutry meat in the restaurants.

The article discusses the slow demand for beef due to the risk of inflation in the food price in the beef market in Great Britain wherein the meat production of beef shows stability in the beef industry.

The article presents the perspectives of Jos Rouwendaal, meat processing manager of meat processing company Ekro regarding the importance of quality control systems among meat processing plants in Pakistan. Jos mentions the company's goal on providing high quality meat products to its consumers. He also outlines the significance of security systems in ensuring the safety of its employees and the products.

The article reports on the adoption of packaging solutions from MULTIVAC Sepp Haggenmüller GmbH & Co. KG by German meat products producer Steinemann GmbH & Co. KG. The company used thermoformed packs and pouch packs through the help of MULTIVAC packaging machines. Also mentioned is information on the quality of its products, manufacturing process, and customer relations.

In this article the author focuses on the potential of Great Britain's beef industry and compares it with the management practices of the U.S. beef industry. It states that British carcass grading system is outdated and is focused on showy animals instead of eating animals which is costing the quality of meat. It presents the views of Richard Pennock, Yorkshire Agricultural Society's Nuffield Scholar, on management practices in industry including breeding, scanning methods and efficiency.

The article focuses on the capability of feed withdrawal to improve the carcass lean as revealed in the study conducted at New Horizon Research Farm in Minnesota. The study was conducted to be able to assess the effects of feed withdrawal time on carcass composition and net returns. The feed withdrawal has been observed efficient to reduce the weight of pigs to be sold.

The article presents a study on the advantage of feeding high levels of distiller's dried grains with solubles (DDGS) to pigs in the U.S. The DDGS has been found to reduce the overall feed costs and improve carcass quality when added in grow-finish diets. However, the different levels of amino acid content in DDGS is being studied for any adverse effects in the growth performance and carcass quality.

The article reports on the need to change consumer views regarding dairy beef. It is explained that with proper dairy cattle rearing conditions, dairy beef can be as good like other high-quality beef products. Remarks from dairy farmer David Bown regarding the significant role of colostrum and genetics in the value of dairy beef calves are presented. Some recommended beef breeds are also described.

The article focuses on the methods to maintain pork quality based on the 1993 National Pork Board-sponsored Pork Chain Quality Audit in the U.S. Roger Johnson, director of pork quality at Farmland Foods Inc., suggests the importance of reducing fat and improving the water holding capacity of the meat to be able to attract consumers. The investment on building and equipment design, and improvements in processing equipment can prevent excessive bruising, and the contamination of carcass.

The article reports on the warning from the Scottish Association of Meat Wholesalers (SAMW) that the future of the Scottish meat industry is at risk due to the steady decline in livestock numbers. According to SAMW president Alan Craig, the international reputation of Scotland as a source of quality meat will seriously diminished unless the industry starts to rebuild production. Critical in turning the sector around is said to be ongoing Pack inquiry into the future restructuring of support for the agricultural industry.

The article reports developments in the arable farming sector in Great Britain as of mid-August 2016, particularly the wheat crops that meet quality specification. Also cited are the comment by advisory group Hutchinsons agronomist James Short on the sector, the performance of such wheat varieties like Skyfall, Crusoe, and Cordiale, and the comment by Fengrain managing director Rob Munro on the developments.

The article discusses the effect on British farmers of the importation of pig meats from the European Union (EU). According to meat quality expert Jeff Wood from Bristol University, the difference between the quality of pig meat from Great Britain and the EU could be exploited as a strong selling strategy. He also cites the possible causes of the differences in meat quality, including the practice of boar castration in the EU, which is not practiced in Britain.

The article offers information on the Swine Testing and Genetic Evaluation System (STAGES), a program of the National Swine Registry (NSR) in the U.S. STAGES has been developed by the NSR to facilitate genetic improvements. It computes economically important traits and foresees the genetic value of every swine using Best Linear Unbiased Prediction (BLUP) technology. The traits evaluated in the STAGES program include backfat (BF), pounds of lean (LBS), feed efficiency (FE), and color.

The article focuses on the developments in ultrasound technology that offer producers in the U.S. a clearer vision of meat quality. Meat quality characteristics play a vital role on consumer acceptance, such as the intramuscular fat. Developments in ultrasound technology offers producers the chance to evaluate and improve meat quality in breeding animals. The ultrasound technology is effective in estimating carcass composition and intramuscular fat percentage.

This article focuses on the Charolais cattle operation of the Morgan family in Oxfordshire, England. The family's 1620-hectare farm is home to 800 suckler cows, half of which are pure Charolais cows and the other Continental crosses. Danny Morgan emphasized the importance of breed in carcass and meat quality. The Morgans' processing plant handles about 400 heads per week. Danny claims that they have a strong customer base ranging from the local housewife to two-star Michelin chefs in London, and that whatever the product required, their butchers will provide.

The article profiles professor Ken Prusa who is in charge of meat sensory evaluation unit in Iowa State University's Center for Designing Foods. He made statements concerning food science and human nutrition. Prusa suggests to pork producers to value trend which is needed instead of reaching consumption trends. He assures that measures of pH in meats can provide a good quality indicator in the human nutrition side.

The article discusses on the importance of net energy (NE) in producing quality meat. NE places a more accurate relative value in ingredients. European producers used NE in diet formulation. The NE system does a better job of describing the amount of energy available to the pig for maintenance and for lean gain and for fat gain. In Canada, the NE system is being used with increasing frequency. Through this system, hog growers profit from the business. INSET: Danish System Revised.

Presents letters to the editor referencing articles and topics discussed in previous issues. Criticism on a comment on the effect of pesticides on health; Advice on farm spraying; Meat quality in Scotland.

Comments on the Symbol III, an ideal market hog that symbolizes profitability for every segment of the industry introduced at World Pork Expo. Job specifications of Symbol III; Use of Symbol III, with list of production, carcass and meat quality characteristics as a good reference; Depiction of Symbol III as an ideal market hog. INSET: Symbol III -- Job Specifications.

Reports developments in the pork industry and trade in the U.S. as of July 2004. Funds authorized by the Agriculture Department's Animal Plant Health Inspection Service for a livestock identification system; Establishment of the Meat Quality Initiative by Monsanto Co.; Reversal of the nuisance ruling against a Sioux County, IA, family's hog operation by the Iowa Supreme Court.

The article offers Great Britain's agriculture news as of May 2015 on topics including losing out electric substation development rent by farmers, focus on quality of organic red meat, and appointment of administrators Bob Maxwell and Rob Sadler at Agricultural Contract and Marketing Co. (ACMC).

The article explores the impacts of pneumonia disease to the agricultural production of cattle industries and dairy farmers as winter season approaches in Great Britain. Topics discussed includes the cost for cattle vaccination against pneumonia, the impacts of poor cattle health to livestock industry and decline of meat yields. It also presents the views of Mark Stott, director of Farmgate Vets, suggesting methods to ensure health of cattles.

The article focuses on the interest of a state-owned Saudi livestock firm, Saudi Agricultural and Livestock Investment Co., in investing in Pakistan's production of red meat because of its high quality.

The article previews the Soil Organic Carbon Information (SOCiT) application for the iPhone and iPad from the James Hutton Institute and Quality Meat Scotland.

The article discusses the report "Scottish Red Meat Industry Profile," published by Quality Meat Scotland which involves status of pig herd, pig prices, and red meat production in 2012.

The article discusses a report showing that Great Britain has the best market performance for meat in the European Union (EU) based on factors such as trust, comparability, fulfillment of expectations, switching behavior, and problems and complaints.

The article discusses the developments in the British livestock industry, particularly on the lamb market. It claims that the wet summer season in 2012 has resulted in an artificially high prices of lambs. Prices in late October 2012, however, fell, citing the poorer quality of lamb meat as a possible reason. The opinion of English Beef and Lamb Executive Ltd. (EBLEX) national lamb selection specialist Steve Powdrill on the developments is also cited.

The article presents a study which analyses the value of iodine in pork fat using Fourier transform-near infrared (FT-NIR) spectrometer. The study examined largely cut pork fat samples which are placed on a glass petri dish and were scanned over the NIR spectral range of 12,500-4,000 cm-1. Results reveal that FT-NIR can be applied by pork producers and meat processing plants for rapid feedback on the quality of pork fat and adjusting the dietary intake of the pig.

In this article, the author discusses the effect of distiller's dried grains with solubles (DDGS) on carcass processing and pork eating quality. A study reveals that although carcasses of pigs fed higher DDGS levels had more unsaturated fat and softer bellies, they have no impact on carcass processing or consumer preference. Furthermore, it stresses the need to keep a watchful eye on the meat quality traits that drive consumer acceptance when searching for alternatives to corn.