Mid-State Technical College is offering a new Advanced Meat Cutting and Butchery technical diploma.

The 27-credit program is designed to equip students with skills in humane livestock processing, carcass fabrication, portion control, meat merchandising and retail management, according to a community announcement.

The training is hands-on and comprehensive, covering protein breakdown, sanitation, HACCP planning and value-added recipe creation.

The program is designed to cater to both newcomers and those already in the field, according to Alex Lendved, Mid-State Technical College dean of applied technology. “Either way, graduates are prepared for all facets of the meat industry, from launching their own meat-related business to becoming valuable employees in meat processing facilities, bu

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