Analysis of traceability systems for smoked pork processing in Ecuador.

Abstract

The objective of this study focused on meat production in the central zone of Ecuador, which will serve to establish a line of traceability in meats and smoked products. Several causes and effects were identified from which the bibliographic search for information and current national regulations were derived, A diagnostic study was conducted to identify the processes in different slaughter centers in the provinces of Tungurahua and Cotopaxi, and a proposal was developed based on the findings in which the traceability systems for meat and smoked products processing are described as applicable in the environment, providing the population with assurance of the quality of the products.