Food Contamination
Food contamination is a global issue. Large amount of food is wasted due to contamination.
Out of many reasons microbial spoilage is at top in the food spoilage.
Bakery product loss is estimated 5% in US and 1.5% in Europe.
Microbial Community that affect the food contamination
Type of microbial attack
1. Mold
2. Yeast (Creamy type of colonies)
3. Bacteria
Factors affecting microbial contamination
1. Quality of raw material and storage condition
2. Condition of the plant & equipment
3 Plant environment
- Air Quality
- Water Quality
4. Sanitation and personal hygiene of employees.
5 Condition of the packaging
6. Recipe condition
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Food Contamination