RENO - University of Nevada Cooperative Extension's Herds and Harvest Program is offering certification classes this February and April for beginners who want to learn about meat harvesting and processing.
There are two courses: one for meat harvest (slaughter) and one for meat processing (cutting). Each has its own certification. Kintz recommends participants take both classes, but this is not required.
The one-day courses are held 6:30 a.m.-1 p.m., and are offered several dates this spring.
The meat harvest course is offered Feb. 6, Feb. 13, April 3 and April 10.
The meat processing course is offered Feb. 18, Feb. 25, April 15 and April 22, and will cover the processing of beef, lamb and hogs.
All classes will be held at Wolf Pack Meats in Reno at 5895 Clean Water Way and will be limited to 10 students. Cost is $100 per class. Lab coats, plastic caps and gloves will be provided. Participants will also receive a book that covers safety regulations and procedures.
For information or to register, contact Kintz at (775) 945-3444, ext.12 or kintzj@unce.unr.edu.[[In-content Ad]]
