Hosted by Francisco Najar and Phil Bass

The Official Podcast of the AMSA

The only place to hear about the meat industry.

MeatsPad is a platform dedicated to sharing breakthrough knowledge that is accessible to the meat industry.

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In this special episode, we speak with Wilfried Schobel , Product Manager at Viscofan Group , as they celebrate 50 years of innovation in casing technology. Recorded live at IFFA , Wilfried shares insights into the evolution and essential role of casings in the meat industry—from functionality to innovation and sustainability.

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In this Meatspad episode, we are joined by Ms. Jitka Pikula, Head of Sales at MAUTING, to discuss the key developments influencing the smoking chamber market in 2025. Recorded during IFFA 2025, the conversation highlights current industry demands, technological advancements, and MAUTING’s strategic response to global trends.

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In this exclusive MeatsPad episode recorded at IFFA , we speak with Vlastimil Zajíc , Head of Development and Technical Support at MAUTING . He shares how the company leads in product innovation, technical development , and the creation of customized solutions for the meat processing industry. Discover how MAUTING turns industry challenges into cutting-edge equipment that meets evolving global demands in thermal and smoking technologies.

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In this special IFFA edition, we welcome Piotr Brzeski and Michał Brzeski from Bsharp, a pioneering brand by Cutlery Solutions. They introduce Bsharp L, an advanced knife sharpening system designed to meet the high standards of the food processing industry. This innovation plays a critical role in maintaining cutting efficiency, improving operator safety, and supporting overall production quality in meat and food processing facilities.

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In this episode of the Meatspad Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Wes Schilling, Professor of Meat Science, Sensory Science, and Food Chemistry at Mississippi State University. With years of industry experience and a hands-on teaching approach. We dive into the use of phosphates in meat products, what they do, their limitations, and why they’re essential for improving product quality. Don’t miss this episode packed with practical science and real-world applications!

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About MeatsPad —

MeatsPad, founded by Francisco Najar-Villarreal from Kansas State University (KSU), is a platform dedicated to sharing breakthrough knowledge in a way that is accessible to the meat industry.

About MeatsPad
OUR FOUNDER:

Dr. Francisco Najar

Meat Scientist

Francisco earned his PhD in Meat Science at Kansas State University and also created MeatsPad Spanish to serve the Spanish speaking community in the meat industry.

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