This project was commissioned to investigate ways to reduce micro-organism contamination of beef and lamb carcasses.
<p>This study compares changes in procedures, slaughterhouse environment and facilities, and their impact (pathogenic and non-pathogenic micro-organisms) of carcasses.
<p>It examines the routes of enteric microorganism contamination of beef and lamb carcasses and investigates intervention measures for reducing contamination.
The completion of this project was delayed due to the Foot and Mouth disease outbreak.
<p>Find more about this project and other FSA food safety-related projects at the <a href="http://www.food.gov.uk/science/research/" target="_blank">Food Standards Agency Research webpage</a>.