Lamb ID and Fabrication Session 8
Today’s Agenda Quiz Review - Veal Lamb 1.Definition 2.Breeds and Primals: an Introduction to the NAMP Standards 3.New Zealand vs. Colorado 4.Standards of Quality 5.Handling and Storage 6.Fabrication a.Frenching Bones b.Grinding Lab Overview
History: Lamb
Definition: Lamb Meat from animals slaughtered before they are 1 year old –“Spring Lamb” has not been fed grass or grains
Spring Lamb Under 6 months Never fed grass or grain
Lamb Fed on grass and/or grains Under 1 year old
Yearling Mutton 12months to 24 months old Stronger flavor Has not reached maturity
Mutton Over 2 years old Seriously strong flavor and tough meat
Popularity-US Lamb
Popularity-Imported
Popularity Why as lamb production in the US fallen? Why have lamb imports risen? Why is there flat demand?
Oversight Bodies National Association of Meat Producers (NAMP) Defines the standards for fabrication and purchasing specifications USDA Determines grading and inspection requirements
Breeds and Primals Breed Specific variety of domesticated livestock “bred” for its genetic characteristics as they relate to hardiness, meat production, and flavor Breed is not specified by the NAMP
Breeds
Colorado vs. New Zealand Colorado LambNew Zealand Lamb
Charts
Standards of Quality
Sanitation Issues Handling and Storage During Fabrication Curing Cooking
Fabrication Frenching
Fabrication Grinding (watch the other powerpoint)
Lab Overview: Fabrication Tips Frenching Grinding Other Production as Assigned –Hopefully De-boning Chicken Thighs!!