CWC SHOWED OFF ITS MEAT SCIENCE PRODUCTION TRAIN FRIDAY

From beginning to end, the equipment “train” on display is state of the art. The “kill” chute is a apparatus that can be moved to a desired location along with the rest of the mobile processing lab. The cow simply moves into position and when dispatched, is suspended from a crane that lifts the carcass to the initial inspection and processing trailer where the hide and internals are removed with a series of implements attached to the trailer. Once cleaned and inspected by the USDA, The carcass is transferred to the cooling truck for a 14 day aging process. Once the carcass is aged correctly, it will be moved to another trailer to be processed into steaks and roasts and such, then wrapped for distribution. Throughout the process, critical attention is given to handling and cleanliness. Each trailer is meticulously cleaned and prepped for service and inspected  for record. The ability to connect and work within the complex of trailers allows for less movement and potential for damaged meat. The safety of the crew is also accounted for and because of the equipment, avoids potential lifting injuries. CWC President Dr. Brad Tyndall listed all the benefits that will come from this venture into the college’s Meat Sciences discipline during a short presentation to the crowd. The connection to the Farm to Table movement, he said, is seamless and local businesses would be able to take advantage of the processed beef, eliminating the need for middle men who would take advantage of the price increases due to handling. “The demand for workers in this industry is dire and properly trained people bring the highest levels of compensation” said Amanda Winchester, Meat Sciences Instructor for CWC. “With the ability for the students to upgrade their certificate program to a 2-year degree that could lead to a university undergraduate degree is a great opportunity for any student. It offers choices.” Whatever the need in agriculture, the attendees agreed that CWC is leading the community with innovation and opportunity for advancement for all.