Hints to Cheese Makers
The work provides a comprehensive guide for cheese makers, emphasizing the importance of quality in cheese production. It outlines essential factors such as color, taste, and size, which are critical for creating a desirable product. Cleanliness in the production environment is highlighted as a key aspect, with a focus on maintaining neatness in factories to ensure high standards. The text also discusses the economic benefits of utilizing by-products, specifically whey, in the fattening of pigs. This practice not only maximizes resource use but also enhances profitability for dairymen. The work serves as a practical manual, offering insights into both the art and science of cheese making, while also addressing ancillary practices that can contribute to a successful dairy operation. Overall, the guide is structured to assist cheese makers in refining their craft, ensuring that they meet market demands and maintain high-quality standards in their products. It combines technical advice with practical tips, making it a valuable resource for both novice and experienced cheese makers.
By James McIntyre · First published 1880 · Genre: Non-fiction, Agriculture, Instructional · 112 words
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All those who quality do prize Must study color, taste and size, And keep their dishes clean and sweet, And all things round their factories neat, For dairymen insist that these Are all important points in cheese.
Grant has here a famous work Devoted to the cure of pork, For dairymen find it doth pay To fatten pigs upon the whey, For there is money raising grease As well as in the making cheese.
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- Work type: Essay
- Author: James McIntyre
- Date: 1880 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Non-fiction, Agriculture, Instructional, Poetry, Food Writing
- Length: 112 words
- Structure: 1 section, 2 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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Genres
- Non-fiction — The book provides practical advice and insights into cheese making, focusing on techniques and best practices.
- Agriculture — It addresses the agricultural aspects of dairy farming and cheese production.
- Instructional — The content serves as a guide for cheese makers, offering hints and tips for improving their craft.
- Poetry — The writing style employs poetic elements, using rhyme and meter to convey its messages.
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Cheese Making · Agriculture · Food Science · Textbook · Reference Book · Practical Guide · How-To Manual · 19th Century Literature · Canadian Literature · Poetic Title · Satirical Title · Humorous Title