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The main habitat of earthworms is the earth. Commonly found feasting on interesting living or dead matter. These are unusual and untold stories from the world of meat science from the present and ages past.

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The South African Meat Processors Association (SAMPA) is a voluntary association of stakeholders in the meat processing sector. SAMPA, founded in 1945, is the national representative body for the processed meat sector in South Africa and provides support, information and assistance to members in order to simplify a complex regulatory framework.

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My lab! 🤣🤣💫💫💥💥
Too much stress and two days ago i thought i am having a stroke after a contractor told me "counting 20 small units on the floor is not his job!" My Dr assured me I was not having a stoke but told me I serously have to calm down and he suggested I take Rescue Remedy or similar OTC medication. Instead, Daniel Grové and I made our way to a local pub after work yesterday where i discovered a calabash of palm wine and a few stoute beers do the trick as well, if not better. This morning i feel like a new man! I mailed my Dr and shared the better prescription with him! 🤣🤣
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Connecting with Romania to re-program a machine. Akin led the charge with John KC, Franus and Ahmed. I am somproud of you guys!!
At Captain Bar with Danie. Photo with the Captain himself. Talking about life and love and everything in between. Wow! Two legends in a legendary city!
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Celebrating a major achievement in Lagos with Jaco, Krish and John. Worked on the machine for 3 days from earl till 7:00 pm. Had to make a call - another two hours and we had to walk away from it. There was no more time. As we started to make arrangements for the machine not being ready, and security started locking up, in the last minutes the team cracked it! Cleared the final hurdle! Was an honour seeing you guys in action! What makes Nigeria different; what I have never experienced is such full, wholehearted participation from the entire team! From the first minute there were for every single problem 5 suggestions; 5 people who studied the manual. 5 people who kept validating previous work and working through the options. Full, 100% attention and energy directed at only one problem. Sustained for 3 long days! Nigerians are absolutely remarkable people and Krish and Jaco are at the top of their game. Even John! Three brilliant leaders! Jaco is exceptional in how he teaches! I have honestly never worked with such a team! Above average! World class!
Coffee time!!
What a time we had! Lagos 2023!
I am thankful for every person I could share a smile with today. My Artee friends who brought me along to the celebration of community and faith. Enriched by the stories of Anil.
Thre very clever people and Eben!! 🙈🙈🙈🤣🤣🤣
Here Roy took Johanna through the factory. She was the receptionist at this point - later became our buyer. It was the day before Christmas. Roy told her that she is in front all the time and has never been through the factory. So, he invited her and took her around and showed her every process.
'n Great foto van Gert Koen saam met Roy Oliver.
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A unique privilege to visit Genl Jan Smuts's birthplace in Riebeek Kasteel this morning.
With the kids! What a time we have!

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We developed a bacon grid system with custom designed processing aids which is rated the Best Bacon System in the World.  It is in use in New Zealand and in South Africa.  My son, Triatan sells the system through his company GMT.  His whatsapp number is +27 727428793 or email him on tristanavt@gmail.com See a detailed discussion on the system at: Best Bacon System on Earth Have a look at the videos below which showcases many features of the system.

The Best Bacon System on Earth – Loading the grids

https://earthwormexpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/loading-the-grid-system.mp4

Best bacon System on Earth – Restructured Belly

https://earthwormexpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/belly-restructured.mp4

Best bacon System on Earth – Restructured Loin

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Best bacon System on Earth – Restructuring Topside

https://earthwormexpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/restructuring-topside.mp4

Best Bacon System on Earth – Slicing Restructured Loin

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