Food Safety Content

How Artificial Intelligence May Improve Food Safety

Andy Fell — February 24, 2023 - 12:02pm

Artificial intelligence could be a valuable tool for the future of food safety. New research out of 51�ԹϺ�� Davis finds that a technique using AI and optical imaging can quickly and accurately identify bacteria in food, making it a promising approach for preventing foodborne outbreaks and illnesses.

Holiday Experts List

Katherine E Kerlin — December 08, 2021 - 9:00am

From lights and trees to pets, food, shopping, stress and the pandemic, 51�ԹϺ�� Davis experts are available to address journalists’ winter holiday questions.

51�ԹϺ�� Davis Researchers Develop Ice Cube That Doesn’t Melt or Grow Mold

Amy M Quinton — November 22, 2021 - 8:00am

51�ԹϺ�� Davis researchers have developed new "jelly ice cubes" that are reusable, flexible, compostable, won't melt and prevent cross-contamination.

Low Food-Safety Risk at Northern California Farmers Markets

Amy M Quinton — November 16, 2020 - 10:45am

A new study by University of California, Davis, researchers finds a low risk of contamination of foodborne pathogens on produce and meat at Northern California certified farmers markets, but still finds cause for some concern.

51�ԹϺ�� Davis Wants Samples of Your Fermented Foods for Science

Amy M Quinton — October 07, 2020 - 11:00am

It’s not always easy to find silver linings during the COVID-19 pandemic, but here’s one that food scientists at the University of California, Davis, have discovered: More people are exploring the ancient art of fermented foods.

“My mom made her first batch of sauerkraut this summer,” said Maria Marco, a microbiologist and food science professor with the 51�ԹϺ�� Davis College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. “With so many of us sheltering-in-place, fermented foods are more popular than ever.”

Natural Habitat Around Farms a Win for Strawberry Growers, Birds and Consumers

Katherine E Kerlin — March 11, 2020 - 11:08am

Conserving natural habitat around strawberry fields can help protect growers’ yields, their bottom line and the environment with no detectable threat to food safety, indicates a study led by the University of California, Davis.

Media Experts on Summer Food Safety

Karen Michele Nikos — June 29, 2017 - 4:00pm

As temperatures warm, grills heat up, and outdoor activities increase, safe food preparation requires vigilance. These 51�ԹϺ�� Davis experts can offer food preparation instructions, helpful consumer tips from store to stove, and information on food policy. There is also a video below illustrating the safe preparation of chicken.

51�ԹϺ�� Davis DryCard Invention Wins Competition to Reduce Food Loss in Africa

Patricia Bailey — April 27, 2017 - 10:04am

DryCard, a new low-cost invention developed by 51�ԹϺ�� Davis researchers to help prevent food spoilage, was recently selected as the top emerging technology for reducing food loss and food waste throughout Africa.

$2 Million Grant Funds Organic Farming Study of Manure and Food Safety

Patricia Bailey — October 03, 2016 - 9:57am

A new USDA grant of nearly $2 million will fund studies of how organic farmers should handle animal-based manure applications in leafy greens and vegetable crops fields in order to minimize the risk of food-borne illnesses.

Milk Truck Microbial Study Aims to Improve Dairy Food Safety and Quality

Patricia Bailey — August 23, 2016 - 9:51am

Raw milk shipments delivered by tanker trucks to dairy processing facilities carry diverse populations of microbes that are important to the shelf life, sensory qualities and safety of dairy foods.