Question 15
Processing and Marketing of Animal ProductsThe main reason for withdrawing feed from an animal before slaughtering is to
- A.prevent the animal from escaping
- B.reduce struggling during restraining
- C.empty the gut of the animal
- D.increase palatability of the meat.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (empty the gut of the animal)
Explanation
An empty gut is easier to remove cleanly and is less likely to burst and contaminate the meat.