What is the Know Your Pork campaign?
KYP is an educational campaign to help develop a Jamaican pork industry that is sustainable.
Why did we launch this?
Whether deserved or not, pork has traditionally received a bad rap in Jamaica. Labelled by many as unhealthy, unclean and even an unrighteous meat, many Jamaicans have chosen not to partake in what is often referred to as the “sweetest meat".
This cycle has created an unsustainable pork industry that continues to affect our local farmers and bleed the economy year after year.
What is the Know Your Pork campaign?
KYP is an educational campaign to help develop a Jamaican pork industry that is sustainable.
Why did we launch this?
Whether deserved or not, pork has traditionally received a bad rap in Jamaica. Labelled by many as unhealthy, unclean and even an unrighteous meat, many Jamaicans have chosen not to partake in what is often referred to as the “sweetest meat".
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The only way to create change is through education, and what we're doing is trying to educate all key stakeholders in the pork industry.
We’re doing this through the following workshops: -
The Making The Cut seminar was created especially for retailers of pork to discuss best practices for a safe food environment. It includes presentations by international experts in pork cooking and butchery.
• Day One is designed for those who cut pork to sell it - supermarkets, wholesales and butcher shops.
• Day Two is for those who cut pork to cook it then sell it – restaurateurs, chefs, caterers and culinary students.
MAKING THE CUT
The only way to create change is through education, and what we're doing is trying to educate all key stakeholders in the pork industry.
We’re doing this through the following workshops:
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The Pork Production Workshop features critical information on farm management practices, pig nutrition and health and record keeping.
Join us to learn everything you need to know to help pig farmers run a profitable business.
Start with Good Genetics.
Canadian breeds seem to give the best results - limited back fat and perfect meat marbling. Lucky for us they can be found in Jamaica.
F1 gilts and semen available at Newport Genetics, Old Harbour Clarendon (876) 745-3877.Best Nutrients.
Ensure the pigs are fed in a regimented way. Best nutrients for specific stages of growth.
Contact Nutramix Feeds at Newport Mills, Kingston (876) 922-2599.Best Farming Practices.
Best farming practices are essential for profitable growth. Understanding pig diseases and nutrition, technological advances and record keeping will help keep our farmers on top of world trends.
For help with farm plans, contact Nutramix Technical Team at Newport Mills, Kingston (876) 922-2599.PORK PRODUCTION WORKSHOP Best way to raise your pork:
The only way to create change is through education, and what we're doing is trying to educate all key stakeholders in the pork industry.
We’re doing this through the following workshops:
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EDUCATE yourself on what’s real vs. fiction.ASK questions of any and everybody who handles your foods.PAY ATTENTION to what's going into your body.CHECK labels at the supermarket and ask for local only.TELL your grocer/butcher what you want.SPEAK UP and tell chefs & cooks when you like the pork they cook and when you don't.LEARN what good pork looks like - light pink is good, dark red colouring means leave it on the shelf.TRY a new cut and new dish. Cook pork like never before - you may surprise yourselfSUBSTITUTE traditional favourites (from imported meat) with locally produced pork.SHARE the message with friends and family!
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