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Why is absorbent paper placed beneath fresh poultry in packages?
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In poultry processing, the absorbent paper placed beneath fresh poultry—often referred to as a "diaper"—is used to catch any liquid released from the meat while it is packaged on plastic foam trays. This helps maintain the cleanliness and presentation of the product within its plastic film covering.1