Pork value is determined by its composition and by consumer satisfaction. Several metrics of pork are considered indicators of tenderness and overall quality. We conducted a systematic review to gather information regarding 5 tenderness metrics (Warner-Bratzler Shear Force, pH, marbling,…
Updated systematic review of the association between proximity to animal feeding operations and the health of individuals in nearby communities
Our objective was to update a previous review of the scientific literature of the impact of living near animal feeding operations on human health. We conducted a search of the literature in October 2014. Studies reporting any measure of exposure…
Systematic Review of the Magnitude of Change in Prevalence and Quantity of Salmonella after Administration of Pathogen Reduction Treatments on Pork Carcasses
Our objective was to summarize the current research on the effect of various washes, rinses, sprays, and steam against Salmonella on pork carcasses or parts of pork carcasses with the skin on. In January 2015, we searched the scientific literature…
Systematic Review of the Magnitude of Change in Prevalence and Quantity of Salmonella after Administration of Pathogen Reduction Treatments on Pork Carcasses
An analysis of primary research and meta-analysis to investigate temporal changes in serotypes of Salmonella in US-based pigs and pork products.
Reviewing the State of Scientific Evidence and Developing Recommendations about Pain Mitigation Strategies in Piglets Undergoing Routine Processing Procedures
The following non-technical summary describes the recommendations from a review and decision-making process conducted between August 2012 and August 2013 by the panel at the request of the National Pork Board. The objectives of the project were to assess research…
Analysis of Salmonella Pre-Harvest Control Strategies
The purpose of this project was to provide a comprehensive description of the efficacy of mandated control programs for pre-harvest Salmonella spp. used by major pork exporting/importing nations. Such information enables the industry to be aware of the approaches used…
Investigating the genetic relatedness among Salmonella species isolated in transportation trucks, holding pens and from swine at slaughter
Previous studies have suggested strongly that the lairage is a source of Salmonella to swine. Using more refined tools to determine relatedness between isolates we have reinforced this finding. More importantly however it appears that some serotypes of Salmonella may…