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R. M. LOVE
MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FISHERIES AND FOOD
TORRY RESEARCH STATION
TORRY ADVISORY NOTE No. 71
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Discusses seasonal variation in the initial or intrinsic quality of cod from different fishing grounds and how this can affect suitability for chilling freezing and subsequent processing. Considers colour, shape, size, condition, spawning, starvation and refeeding, and the effect of post-mortem pH of the muscle on texture, gaping and shelf life in fresh and frozen fish. Summarises the tell-tale indicators of condition and the factors of interest to the processor. The Note is mostly written in the context of fish which have reached maturity and should be read in conjunction with Notes 33 and 61.
(FAO in partnership with Support unit for International Fisheries and Aquatic Research, SIFAR, 2001).
Introduction
Appearance
Condition and the spawning
cycle
Feeding after spawning
What to look for
Conclusions
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