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can be produced with the minimum of wastage; separating the primal cuts from the carcass; trimming primal cuts and preparing them for secondary butchery or sale; and storing cut meats. Secondary butchery involves boning, trimming and value-adding of primal cuts in preparation for sale. Historically,
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for butchers in order to ensure quality, safety, and health standards but not all butchers have formal certification or training. Trade qualification in
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