The Poultry Podcast Show - Dr. Cangliang Shen: Challenges in Poultry Processing | Ep. 146

In this special re-run episode of The Poultry Podcast Show, we’re bringing back our conversation with Dr. Cangliang Shen from West Virginia University. He shares his expertise on the biggest challenges in poultry processing and the innovative solutions that help keep products safe, especially for small-scale operations. Dr. Shen breaks down effective ways to control pathogens, explains how mobile poultry processing units are making a difference, and highlights why educating consumers about poultry safety is so important. Don’t miss this insightful episode—catch it on all major platforms!

What will you learn: 

• Mobile processing impact
• Pathogen control in poultry
• Consumer attitudes on poultry
• Challenges in small-scale processing
• Emerging food safety threats

Meet the guest:

Dr. Cangliang Shen is a professor and extension specialist at West Virginia University, with a Ph.D. in Meat Science and Food Safety from Colorado State University. His work focuses on poultry meat safety, microbial contamination, and the impact of mobile poultry processing. With years of experience in academia and industry, he integrates research, teaching, and extension to support small-scale poultry processors.
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