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By R. McLAY
MINISTRY OF TECHNOLOGY
TORRY RESEARCH STATION
TORRY ADVISORY NOTE No. 44
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Describes how to handle fatty fish correctly from catching to preparation for canning. Advises on chilling in ice or refrigerated sea water, freezing, storing and thawing the catch. The importance of proper chilling and freezing is emphasised in respect of the quality and safety of the product. In addition to the other Notes referred to in the text, Notes 66, 72, 73, 75 and 93 are also relevant.
(FAO in partnership with Support unit for International Fisheries and Aquatic Research, SIFAR, 2001).
Introduction
Why chilling or freezing
is necessary
Chilling the catch
Freezing the catch
Cold storage
Thawing
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