Risk factors and prevalence of carcass lesions associated with pre-slaughter logistics and ultimate meat pH in finishing pigs under mountainous tropical conditions

Key Points

• Carcass lesions are significantly associated with both pre-slaughter logistics and ultimate meat pH.
• The study identifies a potential prevalence of lesions in pigs, affecting meat quality and safety.
• Analysis of finishing pigs under tropical conditions revealed varying impacts on meat pH levels.
• Highlighting the importance of improved practices in pre-slaughter logistics to ensure better meat quality.