Objective
1. Inactivation of pathogens and prevention of cross-contamination through optimization of produce wash system design and operation; 2. Development of innovative washing processes and technologies; and 3. Prevention of pathogen proliferation in supply chain.
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Approach:
This project takes a system-based and trans-disciplinary approach to address food safety issues of leafy green vegetables. The project involves research in the fields of mechanical engineering, microbiology, post-harvest technology, and food processing. "Speciality Crop Research Initiative."
Investigators
Luo, Yaguang
Institution
USDA - Agricultural Research Service
Start date
2010
End date
2014
Funding Source
Project number
8042-32420-005-04-R
Accession number
420922