Performance of frozen meat supply chains at warmer temperatures

This project is an extension of 2024-1058 Investigating freezing requirements for products (-18°C to -12°C). The conventional storage temperature of frozen meat is -18°C and is regulated by many countries. Long shelf life may be achieved at -12°C, which reduces refrigeration costs and carbon emissions. Demonstrating the ability of supply chains at warmer temperatures to operate as reliably as at conventional temperatures is expected to be critical to gaining agreement for change from stakeholders. The aim of this project will be to explore the feasibility of operating supply chains at a warmer temperature and develop prototype specifications for operating supply chains. International collaboration will seek to maximise the benefit of this work in supporting international advocacy.