Integrated Approaches to Produce Safety and Quality

Objective

ARS is interested in integrated approaches to improve produce safety while maintaining quality. The Cooperator, University of Maryland, is interested in evaluating the produce surface characteristics and sanitizer efficacy on pathogen reduction. The Cooperator has the expertise and infrastructure to effectively conduct the proposed research activities.

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Approach:
ARS will acquire the basic knowledge of the factors influencing sanitizer degradation, pathogen attachment and internalization during leafy greens and tomato wash process. The Cooperator will provide the expertise in anti-microbial, surface adsorption, topography, and other characteristics in relation to sanitizer performance on pathogen reduction.

Investigators

Luo, Yaguang

Institution

USDA - Agricultural Research Service

Start date

2010

End date

2013

Funding Source

Agricultural Research Service

Project number

1265-32420-005-11S

Accession number

420213