Join Dr. Sarah Gragg from the University of Wisconsin–Madison and Dr. John Schmidt, Research Microbiologist at USDA ARS, as they present cutting-edge research on the pork supply chain, focusing on key stages from the farm through lairage. This session will explore critical control points, emerging challenges, and innovative strategies to improve animal health, welfare, and food safety throughout the production process.
Attendees will gain valuable insights into how farm management practices and lairage conditions impact pork quality and safety, with implications for industry best practices and future research directions.