In an ongoing battle against foodborne pathogens, researchers have uncovered a promising avenue for enhancing food safety through the exploration of bacterial interactions within the food processing environment. This pivotal research centers on the interplay between Salmonella and environmental biofilms, and has significant implications for the broader field.
A groundbreaking study by USDA Agricultural Research Service research microbiologist Rong Wang shed light on the abilities of Salmonella to survive and adapt within food processing environments. Wang works at the ARS Meat Safety and…