Controlling Salmonella in Meat Products
Best Practices for Provincially Licensed Meat Plants in Ontario By Daphne Nuys-Hall, Technical Director, Meat & Poultry Ontario Salmonella is a significant concern in the meat processing industry due to its potential to cause severe foodborne illnesses. In Ontario, provincially licensed meat plants must adhere to stringent regulations and implement effective control measures to ensure the safety of their products. Following are the best practices for controlling Salmonella in meat products, focusing on the requirements and guidelines set by the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agri-Business (OMAFA). Understanding Salmonella Salmonella is a type of bacteria commonly found in the intestines of animals and humans. It can contaminate meat during slaughter and processing, leading to foodborne illnesses if consumed. Symptoms of Salmonella infection include...