CONTENTS 38 Old Wisconsin blends new strategies and practices with tried-and-true traditions. Cover: Jeff Savell is one of the most decorated educators at Texas A&M University. He recently was appointed the new vice chancellor and dean for Agriculture and Life Sciences of Texas A&M AgriLife. Photo: Sam Craft/Texas A&M AgriLife Marketing and Communications 08 COMMENTARY Aggie inspiration 10 BUSINESS NOTES 12 WASHINGTON Singling out Salmonella 14 COVER STORY Jeff Savell is building an educational legacy SOSLAND PUBLISHING years 22 CENTENNIAL REPORT Sustainability strategies for the future 28 FOOD SAFETY USDA's Sandra Eskin's proactive approach 38 PLANT PROFILE Old Wisconsin celebrates 75 years of success strategies 44 SMALL BUSINESS Behrmann Meat & Processing is a growing fish in a little pond 48 TOOLS OF THE TRADE Processors rely on effective sharpening systems 56 INGREDIENTS Ensuring succulence 62 BACON PROCESSING Godshall's Quality Meats expands for the future 70 L ABOR 72 GIVING BACK 74 CALENDAR 76 NAMES 78 SHOWCASE 80 CLASSIFIEDS 81 ADVERTISERS 82 THE INSIDER 4 MEAT+POULTRY | 11.22 | www.meatpoultry.com Andy Manis Photographyhttp://www.meatpoultry.com