Historically, livestock production relied on a large diversity of crops to sustain animals year-round, including vegetable root crops. such as fodder beets, turnips, rutabagas, carrots, and sugar beets (Delwiche, 1924).
The art and science of Texas Barbecue. Meat Selection. For the most part, cuts of meat to barbecue vary widely from region to region. Traditionally, beef and pork cuts are most common, but poultry (chicken and turkey) is widely prepared, and lamb and goat are regional favorites. Barbecue has its roots in using tougher, less valuable cuts of meats although today some barbecue establishments even cook prime rib as one of the menu items.
For great BBQ we will focus on Beef Brisket, Beef Ribs, Pork Shoulder, Pork Ribs, Whole Hog, Leg of Lamb, Chicken & Turkey. Below are descriptions and links related to the types of meat & cuts available. Also see: Meat Grading Standards - Meat Cooking Temperatures.