Focuses on microbial food safety and quality concerns associated with fruit and vegetable products, sanitation during fruit and vegetable production and beverage plant sanitation. The Microbial Food Extension Lab works closely with other researchers, government regulators, extension agents, food processors, food producers, distributors, retailers and consumers to provide the following services for a fee (please email to inquire about the fee).
- Shelf-life Study
- Accelerated Shelf-life Study
- Challenge Studies
- Total Aerobic Plate Count
- Yeast & Mold
- Revalidation/validation of UV Tubes
- Other tests as requested
Please send samples to the attention of Ann Vegdahl, Cornell University, 128 Food Research Lab, 665 W North Street, Geneva, NY 14456. Along with your sample, the Micro Submission Form needs to accompany every sample being sent. An invoice will be sent to you at the completion of your products testing. Any questions regarding services and prices, please email Dr. Worobo at rww8@cornell.edu or Dr. Ann Vegdahl at acv45@cornell.edu.