tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3958944075064932584.post7245821164565212900..comments2023-05-19T04:32:58.194-07:00Comments on Discover the World of Artisan Beef: Don't Eat That Pork: Trichy Words From The ProfCarrie Oliverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14280200169077543066noreply@blogger.comBlogger4125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3958944075064932584.post-23538692157553871232009-04-15T13:31:00.000-07:002009-04-15T13:31:00.000-07:00galynn, Thank you for visiting and leaving a comme...galynn, Thank you for visiting and leaving a comment, too! I've enjoyed talking with you on Twitter.<br /><br />Funny, McWilliams specifically refers to hunting feral hogs in Texas as being genuinely free-range. No matter, I would certainly expect the flavor and texture to be quite random.<br /><br />I had no idea that the Texas Dept. of Criminal justice had it's own confined pig farm. There is a bit of irony in that. Thanks for helping educate us all on that one.Carrie Oliverhttp://discoverbeef.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3958944075064932584.post-46266830302426925852009-04-15T13:26:00.000-07:002009-04-15T13:26:00.000-07:00Peter M, I think you're right on about jumping too...Peter M, I think you're right on about jumping too quickly on labels e.g. "organic" or "green." Our brains seem wired to seek shortcuts and these issues are very complicated. Sadly, some take advantage of the inevitable "gray areas" that exist by definition once a claim has been defined. This hurts us all, especially those earnestly trying to do the right thing and make thoughtful choices.<br /><br />As you know, I also feel there is no single "right" or "perfect" standard for humane treatment, sustainability, "natural" etc. The more we can bring transparency to consumers and to help each other understand what the information means, the better. <br /><br />Finally, what I also love about your comment and your blog is that you are helping people make an effort to put better food on the family table. Baby steps is a great way to put it.Carrie Oliverhttp://discoverbeef.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3958944075064932584.post-71018759782871368032009-04-12T12:29:00.000-07:002009-04-12T12:29:00.000-07:00#1) Biblical food taboos address the unknown peril...#1) Biblical food taboos address the unknown peril that is now identified and controlled as trichinosis. Education, not prohibition is the answer.<BR/><BR/>2) Here in TX we have the ultimate in free range; feral hogs. These require special preparation and are enjoyed by many in the rural areas.<BR/><BR/>3) One of the largest hog producers in TX is the Dept. of Criminal Justice. They produce pork via factory farm and it is truly flavor free. It is a mystery how they take good food and turn it into tasteless pap. <BR/><BR/>Education and tolerance, not misinformation and arrogance is in the best interest of everyone.galynnhttp://www.trinityrjm.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3958944075064932584.post-3267613338540870742009-04-11T17:00:00.000-07:002009-04-11T17:00:00.000-07:00Hmmm, if one follows the logic that free-range is ...Hmmm, if one follows the logic that free-range is inferior to farm-reared animals...can the same be applied to fish and seafood? Shall I only seek farm-raised fish, shrimp and mussels? <BR/><BR/>I think not. We all make decisions that vary from day to day...mood, budget, availability.<BR/><BR/>Too many are quick to jump on any "organic", "free-range" or any green initiative.<BR/><BR/>I think each should make an effort to put better food on the family table.<BR/><BR/>Baby steps (you heard that from me before).Peter Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01907758539058786065noreply@blogger.com