De-dagging feasibility (phase 1)

This project funded research to determine the feasibility and concept design assessment for a solution for de-dagging livestock at an Australian red meat processing plant. 

As part of the project, three solutions were identified including enzyme surfactant, underbody spray in yards and mechanical intervention. Each solution was evaluated, and it was determined that: 

•    The use of multiple enzyme solutions to loosen or remove dags prior for use prior to processing, with success the most appropriate solution was established. 
•    There was possibility of retrofitting and installing underbody sprays in the existing lairage yards.
•    There are multiple mechanical intervention devices that will allow dag removal before hide removal