Understanding Bacterial Growth in Meat Storage

I recently ran into a situation where I had to explain the importance of maintaining the right temperatures during meat storage to some apprentices. It’s critical to keep meat at or below 40°F to inhibit bacterial growth. Has anyone else faced challenges educating new butchers on these essential safety protocols?

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You’re right, keeping meat below 40°F is crucial — like keeping ice cream from melting on a hot day! I think showing apprentices the actual temperature checks can help them grasp why it’s important. Have you tried incorporating some hands-on demos with thermometers?

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