The formula to calculate the dressing percentage is:
\[ \text{DP} = \left( \frac{\text{CW}}{\text{LW}} \right) \times 100 \]
Where:
Dressing percentage is a term used in the meat industry to refer to the proportion of a live animal’s weight that is usable meat after slaughter. It is calculated by dividing the weight of the carcass by the live weight of the animal before slaughter, then multiplying by 100 to get a percentage. Factors that can affect the dressing percentage include the animal’s species, breed, sex, age, and fatness, as well as the method of slaughter and carcass preparation.
Example:
Calculation:
\[ \text{DP} = \left( \frac{300}{500} \right) \times 100 = 60\% \]
