2023 Environmental Monitoring for Food Microbiological Safety and Quality: Sofroni Eglezos
Sofroni brings to Food Microbiology Matters 28 years of experience in food protection working as a laboratorian, consultant, technical expert and educator, with key interests in microbiological analysis, microbiological criteria of foods, food spoilage investigations, and management of Salmonella and Listeria in the modern food facility.
Sofroni was awarded the AIFST PRESIDENTS AWARD for Excellence in Food Science & Technology and continues to be passionate about active involvement, networking and authoring in the food industry.
In this essential presentation, Sofroni Eglezos, Principal Consultant at Food Microbiology Matters, discusses the critical role of Environmental Monitoring Programs (EMPs) in safeguarding food microbiological safety and quality. Sofroni highlights how EMPs serve as proactive measures to detect contamination sources, assess cleaning effectiveness, and prevent microbial risks in food processing environments. With insights into the design of sampling plans, pathogen detection methods, and real-world case studies, this session equips food industry professionals with the tools to build resilient monitoring systems and ensure consumer safety through stringent microbiological controls.
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