Love how you climbed into your computer to show us the weights n penalties on your carcass from your ASDA Kill sheet. Hope Fergus doesn't do that to you on the Gloagburn Farm shop Carcasses.😊😅😊
That was some Mehdi ElectroBOOM level green screen there, absolutely stunning! Not too long now and we're finally going to see those flowers for Gate Lady and they'll by 100% CGI.
Think its ridiculous getting penalties for bigger steaks its the best of beef they should be put into the shops and let the public decide what they want
It's there because supermarkets want it to fit in thier premade packaging easier and it gives them even more profit. Just a scam to steal more money from the farmer
Does the quality of the meat get affected the bigger the beast is? I don’t know it’s a genuine question. There might be a sweet spot, in regards to size and meat quality, although I do tend to think it’s something to do with corporate greed and money somehow.
AI HAS SPOKEN…😂😂 UK supermarkets charge a fee or apply a penalty for overweight cattle because heavier animals often do not align with the specifications set by retailers for beef production. Here are the key reasons: 1. Carcass Efficiency: When cattle are too heavy, their carcasses may exceed the ideal weight range for efficient processing. Larger carcasses can cause issues in the abattoir, including slower processing times and the need for adjustments to equipment. This increases costs for the processor, which are then passed down to the farmer in the form of penalties. 2. Consumer Demand: Retailers typically prefer cuts of meat that fall within a certain size range to meet consumer expectations. Overweight cattle produce larger cuts of meat, which may not sell well. Supermarkets prefer consistent portion sizes that are easy to package and fit neatly within standard ranges for pricing. 3. Fat Content: Overweight cattle often have excessive fat, which reduces the value of the carcass. While some marbling (intramuscular fat) is desirable, too much external fat leads to trimming waste. Supermarkets and consumers do not want to pay for excess fat, so penalties are applied to encourage farmers to produce leaner cattle. 4. Grading Systems: UK supermarkets often follow the EUROP grid, which grades beef based on conformation (muscle development) and fat cover. If cattle are too large or overweight, they may fall outside the premium grades, reducing the price the farmer receives. Heavier cattle can also have more connective tissue, resulting in tougher meat, which further impacts quality. 5. Transport and Handling: Overweight cattle can be more difficult to handle and transport, adding logistical costs. They may require special handling, which also increases expenses for processors and supermarkets. In summary, supermarkets charge fees for overweight cattle because larger animals can disrupt processing, lead to inconsistent product sizes, create excess fat waste, and fail to meet consumer demand, all of which affect profitability in the supply chain. The fees serve as an incentive for farmers to produce cattle that meet the optimal specifications.
Was going to comment on the video that disappeared but it looked the ditch could do with another couple of inches on the exit a yard from the pipe. It looked like it would resilt up again on the lower 1/3 to half. If it’s not possible to lower it might be possible to do a silt trap to get around it to reduce the hassle of it silting back up.
How on earth had you a U+ 4+ u would think at that conformation that a 3+ to a 4- would be as fat as it would get . I think Larry is pulling a quick 1 on ye . Question is it mechanical or human grading in the factory. Thanks very much for sharing this info as alot wouldn't 👍👍
Do you not want them walking so there feet are stronger. As you had two shit bulls cos they aint used to walking i guess.its alreet putting weight on um till they need to shag. Then there back legs gan. And then the winging afterwards.
