Safety tip on gators!

Just a quick note on gator safety. I know everyone's worried about the teeth and the tail, but what also could get you is the bacteria! Remember how no one can buy those tiny baby turtles because of salmonella? Well, think about how much bacteria those big guys get soaking in the shallows of our creeks, rivers, and runoff areas? Here at Cordray's, we are washing them down with a mild Clorox solution before we ever open the carcass and expose the meat. We are getting them skinned or caped quickly and cooling the meat carefully to keep its quality the best. When you handle the carcasses, wash your hands thoroughly and sanitize any knives or other equipment you use. Alligator carcasses should never be stored in areas that could contaminate other food items or meat. Don't let that gator have the last laugh!