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Description: |
xix, 471 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm. |
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Bibliography Note: |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
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Contents Note: |
Contents: pt. 1. Produce contamination : Scope and sources -- Scope of the produce contamination problem -- Microbial attachment and persistence on plants -- Identification of the source of contamination -- Manure management -- Bioaerosol contamination of produce : Potential issues from an unexplored contaminant route -- Water quality -- Disease risks posed by wild birds associated with agricultural landscapes -- Produce contamination by other wildlife -- pt. 2. Commodities associated with major outbreaks and recalls -- Leafy vegetables -- Melons -- Microbiological safety of sprouted seeds : Interventions and regulations -- Salmonella and tomatoes -- Tree fruits and nuts : Outbreaks, contamination sources, prevention, and remediation -- Berry contamination : Outbreaks and contamination issues -- pt. 3. Contamination avoidance pre and postharvest -- Produce contamination issues in Mexico and Central America -- Regulatory issues in Europe regarding fresh fruit and vegetable safety -- pt. 4. Technology for reduction of human pathogens in fresh produce -- Disinfection of contaminated produce with conventional washing and sanitizing technology -- Advanced technologies for detection and elimination of bacterial pathogens -- Conclusions and recommendations. |
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Name Added Entry: |
Sapers, Gerald M., editor. |