McKensie Phillips
Associate Lecturer
Head Coach/Coordinator
Why should students participate on the meat judging team?
There are opportunities specific to the sport of meat judging that students can capitalize
on. These are:
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Greater understanding of the meat industry
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Hands-on experience with meat products
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Tour organizations such as Certified Angus Beef, American Angus Association, United States Meat Export Federation, and more!
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Tour and work in a variety of packing facilities and meat labs across the country
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Tyson, Cargill, JBS, Nebraska Beef
Outside of meat judging, students will gain the following:
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Written communication, decision making, and analytical thinking skills
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Industry connections
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Internship eligibility
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Confidence
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Teamwork
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Life-long friends
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Cross-country travel
