In addition, it will rid meat of bacteria such as salmonella and E. coli , which can cause illness. The 'good guys' produce lactic acid, which prevents the 'bad guys' from getting a strong foothold. We're going to have to realize this and handle meat accordingly. It's merely a safety step. Melton said irradiated meat sometimes has a slight odor, but not one that is objectionable.
Cooking eliminates the odor.
Irradiated meat also is redder than untreated meat. Once people gardened primarily to feed their families and to save money. But not anymore. He said modern gardeners are also interested in reducing pesticide residues on their food and in knowing what has been used to grow their food. If It Tastes OK. . .