Biochemistry of Muscle Growth as It Affects Meat Quality

Muscle proteins and their distribution in muscle tissue are important at harvest because of their impact on meat quality and consumer acceptance. Manipulation of muscle protein distribution to alter metabolism and meat quality is being investigated by Michigan State University, Washington State University, South Dakota State University, and Utah State University among others involved in CSREES-sponsored Molecular Mechanisms Regulating Skeletal Muscle Growth and Differentiation (NC-131) multistate project. This basic understanding of muscle growth will help farmers and researchers understand muscle growth regulation and product quality.

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