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Sanitizing in the Food Industry: A Must for Safe and Clean Food 0

April 9, 2025

Keeping food safe goes beyond using fresh ingredients—it requires keeping everything around it clean and germ-free. In the food industry, sanitizing plays a major role in preventing contamination, maintaining hygiene, and protecting our health. Whether food workers run a large processing plant or a small hotel kitchen, they must sanitize properly to stop harmful bacteria,

Why Disinfection is the Key to Ensuring Food Safety and Quality 0

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April 8, 2025

Food safety is essential to protect consumers from foodborne illnesses, and disinfection plays a vital role in this process. While sanitization reduces harmful microorganisms to safe levels, disinfection goes further by eliminating these germs. This is particularly important in food preparation areas, where pathogens like Salmonella, E. coli, and Norovirus can cause serious health risks

Zoonotic Diseases: A Critical Concern in Food Safety 0

Zoonotic diseases are illnesses that can be transmitted from animals to humans, posing a significant food safety risk. These diseases spread through direct contact with infected animals or by consuming contaminated food products. With the increase in global trade, livestock production, and complex food supply chains, the risk of zoonotic disease transmission is growing. As

How Safe Are Traditional Fermented Foods?0
- Food Safety, Health & Wellness
- March 26, 2025
India’s vibrant food culture is enriched with traditional fermented foods that have been passed down through generations. Curd (yogurt), idli, dosa, pickles, and fermented roti are not only delicious but also offer numerous health benefits, such as improving digestion and supporting gut health. However, despite their cultural significance, improper preparation and storage of these foods
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Stanford Study Reveals Risks of Raw Milk and the Need for Pasteurization 0
- A to Z, Food Safety, General, News
- December 17, 2024
Report A recent study by Stanford University uncovers hidden risks associated with raw milk, commonly promoted as a healthy alternative to pasteurized milk. The research found that the influenza virus can remain infectious in refrigerated raw milk for up to five days, raising concerns about potential transmission through consumption. The study underscores the importance of
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ICAR-CIFT Hosts Training on Fish Safety Through Microbiological Testing 0
- A to Z, Event, Food Safety, News
- December 17, 2024
Report The Visakhapatnam Research Centre of the Indian Institute of Agricultural Research and Central Institute of Fisheries Technology (ICAR-CIFT) is hosting a five-day training course for graduate students titled “Enhancing the Safety of Fish and Fishery Products Through Microbiological Testing.” The course, which runs from December 16 to 20, is part of the Scheduled Caste
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