METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DETERMINING THE LEAN CONTENT OF MEAT PRODUCTS

摘要

A method and conductivity measuring apparatus (14) for determining the approximate lean content of pork bellies, and a method for categorizing pork bellies on the basis of weight and lean content is described. The method for determining approximate lean content uses a conductivity apparatus (14), including a chamber (24), which is configured and arranged to apply an electromagnetic field (22) to the pork belly as it is conveyed by a conveyor (26) through the chamber (24). The approximate lean content of the pork bell y is determined on the basis of a relationship between the measured conductivi ty of the pork belly and the fat content of the pork belly. A system for categorizing pork bellies on the basis of weight and lean content is also described.