It will contain eight to eleven rib bones. A pork shoulder entry is defined by the National Livestock and Meat Board as the portion containing the arm bone, shank bone, and a portion of the blade bone. The shoulder may be cooked in one piece or divided into two parts with the lower portion being the Arm Picnic and the upper portion being the Boston Butt. KCBS rules allow any of the above. Underside chest muscle from Beef Cattle.
Whole brisket weighs anywhere from approximately eight to sixteen pounds untrimmed.
Has thick end which is called the Point end and a thin end called the Flat. One side of the brisket has a layer of fat and another larger layer of fat extends inside the point end. The fat has a natural baste for flavor and moisture as it cooks and should be removed prior to serving. Defined as Chicken Only. Can be prepared for a contest as whole chicken, half or any combination of the chicken as a cook may choose.