Yes, commas are used for clauses that help to provide a fuller picture, even when not necessary. Dashes can be used for a similar purpose as they are used here, but i don't believe it's appropriate in this sentence. Parentheses can only be used for information that can be completely written off without having any effect on the sentence.
Explanation: The Data is informing you that the meat or beef requires about 2,600 gallons of water. Now.. not everybody knows that tharts why it data... because it is informing you. hope this helps
