The American Meat Science Association (AMSA) 70th Reciprocal Meat Conference (RMC) will be held June 18-21, 2017 at Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas. RMC serves as the annual meeting for AMSA and is being hosted by Texas A&M University.

AMSA, the foremost association of meat science professionals, produces this conference. RMC features an interactive program tailored to bring attendees the very best and inspiring educational experience. From the traditional keynote presentations to the very diverse reciprocation sessions, firsthand information is presented by leading industry experts. The 800 plus attendees that attend this conference represent meat science professionals in academia, government and industry, as well as undergraduate and graduate students in the meat, food and animal science fields.

2017 RMC Technical Program Will Include:
· Meat Flavor Chemistry
· Current Perspectives in Meat Science
· Food Security and Insecurity
· Muscle Biology
· Food Safety
· Culinary Insights
· History of Meat Science
· State of the Industry: Outlook and Opportunities
· Workshops focusing on:
– Food Defense
– Consumer Messaging & Education
– Hands-On Pork Variety Meats
· And Over 60 Reciprocation Sessions

Early bird registration fee for an AMSA professional member is $599, AMSA student member is $250 and a nonmember is $875. The standard registration fee after May 5 is $699 for professional members, $299 for student members and $999 for nonmembers.