unit 11 Flashcards
(9 cards)
1
Q
what protein inhibits muscle growth
A
myostatin
2
Q
is double muscling ideal in cattle
A
yes they are more tender and have higher yields
No they have other health defects
3
Q
carcass grading
A
unbiased grading of meat to ensure sale price is fair
4
Q
factors in carcass grade
A
live weight
cut-ability or saleable meat yield
quality
5
Q
pork grading is based on
A
leanness and optimal live weight
6
Q
where is pork grade tested
A
between 3rd and 4th rib in longissmus
7
Q
price for pig equation
A
carcass weight x grade/100 x market price/kg
8
Q
presence of a pizzle eye
A
barrow or bull - has balls
9
Q
beef grade factors (6)
A
gender
fat colour
fat covering
lean colour
texture
rail grade basis
