Listeria includes the latest information on L. monocytogenes, including its taxonomy, details of recently documented outbreaks implicating the organism and legislation relating to the organism.

Listeria aims to give the reader an overview of Listeria and particularly L. monocytogenes; it is primarily intended as an aid for those persons who want to understand the nature of the hazard that this organism presents to food products and the means of controlling it.

Listeria is designed for use by those in the food industry working in manufacturing, retailing and quality assurance and those in associated professional sectors, e.g. health, and students in each of these areas. The book is an invaluable tool and essential reference for all food microbiologists.

Contents:

• Background
• Outbreaks: Causes and Lessons to be Learnt
• Factors Affecting the Growth and Survival of Listeria
• Monocytogenes
• Industry Focus: Control of Listeria Monocytogenes
• Industry Action and Reaction
• Test Methods
• The Future
• Glossary of Terms
• References

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