Microbial Food Safety and Preservation Techniques

The book explores the advances in food safety and food quality control. It covers the hazards posed by the food-borne pathogens, their detection using advanced molecular techniques and nanotechnology, microbiological risk assessment of raw, fresh produce, ready-to-eat (RTE), minimally processed and processed foods. It includes the role of regulatory agencies and authorities in developing strategies to improve the quality and safety of food. It emphasizes the various food preservative techniques that are used to ensure high quality and safe foods.