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Research Project: Production and Processing Intervention Strategies for Poultry Associated Foodborne Pathogens

Location: Poultry Microbiological Safety and Processing Research Unit

Title: Stunning and scalding techniques, implications for yield and processing efficiency

Author
item Buhr, Richard - Jeff

Submitted to: Meeting Proceedings
Publication Type: Proceedings
Publication Acceptance Date: 6/23/2016
Publication Date: 8/2/2016
Citation: Buhr, R.J. 2016. Stunning and scalding techniques, implications for yield and processing efficiency. Meeting Proceedings. Zinpro’s 4th International Poultry Symposium, Amsterdam, the Netherlands. 4:p.34-37.

Interpretive Summary: none

Technical Abstract: In most countries, humane slaughter of poultry includes the use of various stunning systems, each of which offers advantages and disadvantages (engineering challenges). The effects of the different stun and stun-to-kill methods will be reviewed, along with research study results evaluating bird welfare during the stunning process and effects on meat quality.