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That process is referred to as “breaking down the carcass or fabrication.” Beef primal cuts in the front-quarter include the rib, chuck, shank, brisket and plate; while the hind quarter is composed of ...

Beef quality grades are determined by evaluating the maturity and the marbling of beef carcasses. As beef animals mature, their meat generally becomes tougher. This is because collagen, the ...

Research shows that red meat can increase your risk of developing heart and metabolic problems. Doctors and nutritionists recommend cutting red meat like beef out of your diet to maintain health. So, ...