Continuing with our conversations at AAMP, we sat down with Dr. David Schafer, Professor Emeritus at Kansas State University. Dr. Schafer has been judging cured meat products for more than 50 years.  

Meat our host: Dr. David Schafer grew up on a farm in Minnesota and had the privilege of working in the world's first meat laboratory. During his long career he has participated as an official judge in different competitions. 

During this interview, Dr. Schafer reveals useful information for meat processors to create high-quality meat products. He also points out some tips to enter products for competition.