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2-Day Workshop: Managing Food Safety in High-Risk Operations

2-Day Workshop
Food Safety Management SystemHACCPSmarter Food Safety
10 Feb 2026
In 2026, we’re bringing together global expertise, real-world experience, and practical tools in two in-person workshops designed to help food safety leaders stay ahead of risk, regulation, and complexity. Secure Your Spot: In-Person Workshops on Food Safety in Milan.

Bio-Rad Receives AOAC International Validation for EZ-Check Listeria Testing Kits

EZ Check Listeria Test Kit
Listeria monocytogenesListeria spp.
09 Feb 2026
Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. has received validation from AOAC International for its EZ-Check Listeria spp. and EZ-Check Listeria monocytogenes Kits, designed to detect Listeria spp. and Listeria monocytogenes in food and environmental samples.

Spore.Bio Names Dr. Michael J. Miller As VP Bolstering Scientific And Regulatory Strategy

SporeBio Instrument
BioburdenEnvironmental MonitoringSterility Testing
04 Feb 2026
Spore.Bio has appointed Dr. Michael J. Miller as Vice President of Scientific and Regulatory Affairs, leveraging his extensive experience in microbiology and contamination control to enhance the company's manufacturing quality control platform.

Rapid CFU Detection: Faster Results, Better Manufacturing Control

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Bioburden
02 Feb 2026
IntuGrow delivers fast, actionable CFU results in hours, empowering QC teams to prevent product risks, reduce delays, optimize production, and ensure regulatory compliance

foodproof® Salmonella plus Cronobacter Detection LyoKit

Two babies drinking infant formula and text about Hygiena assay
Cronobacter sakazakiiEnterobacteriaceaeSalmonella
29 Jan 2026
Infant formula demands thorough testing for pathogens of public concern. ISO-validated, AFNOR certified, and with results in 19 hours, the foodproof® Salmonella plus Cronobacter Detection LyoKit® PCR assay from Hygiena is revolutionising food pathogen testing.

INTEGRA Launches Lab Evolution Automation Competition

stone age to lab
AutomationLiquid HandlingMultichannel Pipettes
20 Jan 2026
INTEGRA Biosciences is launching the Lab Evolution competition for 2026, aimed at encouraging labs to transition from manual pipetting to automation. The prize includes a personalized automation introduction from INTEGRA experts and a 50% discount on the ASSIST PLUS pipetting robot. 

New Year, New Culture Media Supplier: Benchmark Cost, Quality and Flexibility

SGL Prepared Media
19 Jan 2026
New year is the perfect time to review your culture media supplier. Benchmark cost-per-result, quality and flexibility with SGL’s UK-made plate and bottled media, UKAS ISO/IEC 17025 QC, validation support and bespoke options.

The Food Safety and HACCP Certification That Advances Your Career

Level 3 HACCP and Food Safety
AccreditationHACCP
15 Jan 2026
Earn a CPD-accredited Level 3 Food Safety & HACCP certification in just 2 days. Practical, audit-ready training led by industry expert Sonia Andre. Build real-world skills and credentials that advance your career.

Webinar: Allergen Management Solutions for Food Manufacturing

Register now for free allergen management webinar
AllergensFood Safety Management SystemFoodborne Viruses
14 Jan 2026
Learn why allergen management matters and how high-sensitivity Allergeneye™ kits help food manufacturers monitor allergens, reduce risk, and support regulatory compliance through real-world case studies and expert insights

Microzone Introduces Avian Gen Dx RT-qPCR Assays for Poultry Disease Detection

Image showing Microzone Avian Gen Dx RT-qPCR assays for NDV H9N2 and IBV
Avian InfluenzaNewcastle DiseaseQuantitative PCR (qPCR)
12 Jan 2026
Microzone has launched the Avian Gen Dx RT-qPCR assay range for the detection of NDV, H9N2 and IBV. Designed for poultry disease surveillance, the assays offer reliable molecular detection in a 100-reaction kit format.

Join Us at the 4th International Beverages Quality Conference 2026 

ibqc biomerieux
Event organiserPredictive Microbiology
07 Jan 2026
Join us at the 4th international beverages quality conference 2026 in Lyon the 03rd March 2026 - Join thought leaders, experts, and professionals from across all other the world to share best practices and discuss the future of the Beverages Industry.  

INTEGRA Biosciences Continues Partnership with CleanHub to Tackle Plastic Pollution

Beach clean up
Liquid HandlingMicroplasticsSustainability
17 Dec 2025
INTEGRA Biosciences continues its partnership with CleanHub to combat plastic pollution. With over 2 billion people lacking access to adequate waste management, plastic waste enters the ocean at alarming rates, harming marine life and potentially affecting food safety through microplastics. 

Detect the Invisible: New ATP and Protein Residue Detection Solutions from ProGnosis Biotech

Prognosis Biotech sampling devices for hygiene monitoring
ATP TestingHygiene Monitoring
15 Dec 2025
ProGnosis Biotech’s new hygiene monitoring solutions combine ultra-sensitive ATP tests with targeted protein residue detection, helping hospitals, labs and food producers verify cleaning in seconds and ensure hygiene control beyond visual checks alone. 

myLIMS Achieves ISO 27001 Certification

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LIMS
15 Dec 2025
myLIMS achieves ISO 27001 certification, strengthening its position as a secure and enterprise-ready LIMS platform

Redefining Bacillus cereus Testing: An Innovative Solution for Today’s Challenges

Neogen webinar on Bacillus Cereus testing
Bacillus cereus
10 Dec 2025
Join Neogen® for a webinar focusing on Bacillus cereus Testing. Neogen is driving innovation in Bacillus cereus testing with the ISO-validated Neogen Petrifilm® Bacillus cereus Count Plate. Register today for your free place. 

Accelerate Pseudomonas aeruginosa Testing

Bio-rad Rapid Water Testing
PseudomonasPseudomonas aeruginosa
28 Nov 2025
For bottled water, swift and precise microbial testing plays a vital role in safeguarding consumer health and preserving brand reputation. Bio-Rad's RAPID'P.aeruginosa chromogenic medium provides fast, validated detection of Pseudomonas aeruginosa within 22 hours, without the need for confirmation.

Prevent Viral Outbreaks: Rapid Norovirus and Hepatitis A Detection Kit

Hygiena Pathogen Detection
Hepatitis ANorovirus
26 Nov 2025
Detect Norovirus and Hepatitis A simultaneously in water and food samples. Save time and ensure ISO 15216 compliance with this rapid, all-in-one multiplex PCR kit.

Three Days of Skills, Insights and Connection at Biotool

BioTool PCX
AgarAutoclavesAutomated Media Preparation
25 Nov 2025
Technicians from around the world gathered for Biotool’s three-day technical training in Switzerland - combining expert instruction, hands-on practice, and shared experiences. Graduates qualify their company for an advanced Biotool partnership.  

Rapid Screening for Pluralibacter gergoviae Using the RiboFlow® P/EN Testkit  

RiboFlow PEN
E. coliEnterobacteriaceaePluralibacter gergovie
25 Nov 2025
Rapid screening for Pluralibacter gergoviae using the RiboFlow P/En® Testkit enabling rapid absence testing and product release.

Introducing the Thermo Scientific™ SureTect™ Beverage Spoilage Multiplex qPCR Assay

Thermo Fisher SureTect PCR System
PCRSpoilage Organisms
24 Nov 2025
The Thermo Scientific SureTect Beverage Spoilage Multiplex qPCR Assay is the first PCR-based test purpose-built for beverage quality programs. Co developed with Coca-Cola EuroPacific Partners, the assay helps producers find spoilage earlier in-process, reduce hold times and protect consumer trust. 

Lactinov Improves Profitability and Sustainability with bioMérieux Rapid Microbiology Solution 

lactinov and biomerieux
DairySpoilage Organisms
21 Nov 2025
Lactinov improves its efficiency and sustainability with bioMérieux rapid microbiology solution. Obtaining results 6 days earlier than with the previous method allows products to be brought to market faster, reduces storage costs, and lowers environmental impact with 873 tons of CO2 avoided.

Microgen Listeria-ID: Identification of Listeria in Food and Environmental Samples

Gold Standard Diagnostics Listeria ID Tests
Chromogenic MediaIdentificationListeria spp.
18 Nov 2025
Microgen Listeria-ID enables laboratories to properly identify and differentiate Listeria spp. species in food and environmental samples. It is a complete identification system with no additional materials required.

Molecular Serotyping for Salmonella Identification

Bio-Rad XP-Design Assay Salmonella Serotyping Solution
Real-Time PCRSalmonella
13 Nov 2025
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) cites Salmonella as the most frequently reported cause of foodborne illness. Bio-Rad's XP-Design Assay Salmonella Serotyping Solution improves food safety by rapidly detecting and precisely characterizing Salmonella spp. in food and environmental samples.

Rapid On-site Testing Solutions For the Dairy Industry: Kits and Compact Instruments

Dairy Rapid Testing Solutions from GSD
DairyListeria monocytogenesListeria spp.
04 Nov 2025
Testing for ingredients and final products is of key importance in the dairy segment throughout the value chain, both for regulatory and quality purposes. With our rapid test kits and easy automation, reliable testing results are quickly available on-site.  

Introducing the 2nd Edition of the Neogen® Environmental Monitoring Handbook

Download the 2nd edition of the Neogen Environmental Monitoring Handbook
Environmental Monitoring
04 Nov 2025
With enhanced guidance and the latest best practices, the 2nd edition enables you to optimize your environmental monitoring program and apply the most suitable methods for your operations.

New! Journal Club on rapidmicrobiology

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Journal Club
03 Nov 2025
Let our expert curator be your guide through the most significant developments shaping the future of microbiological science. Take a break and discover our Journal Club.

The Trusted Marketing Solution for Global Microbiology Brands

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Marketing
30 Oct 2025
Ready to get your 2026 marketing started? Contact our specialist team today for tailored microbiology marketing solutions designed to engage your microbiology audience and influential laboratory specifiers.

The Importance of Validated Antibiotic Screening in Milk

Quantum BT-CC ILVO validation
Antibiotic ResidueDairy
30 Oct 2025
In modern dairy quality systems, antibiotic residue detection is not just about accepting or rejecting milk, it’s about validated, scientifically defensible proof. Every “negative” must be trusted, driving focus toward independently validated rapid screening tools delivering reliable results at intake.

Industry-First Orbitrap Mass Detector for Environmental and Food Safety Testing

Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Exploris EFOX Mass Detector
PFAS
27 Oct 2025
Thermo Scientific Orbitrap Exploris EFOX redefines environmental and food testing for PFAS using the same innovation that transformed biology.The system addresses global challenges in food and water quality testing due to persistent contaminants like PFAS, pesticides, and other pollutants.

Bio-Rad’s iQ-Check Enterobacteriaceae Kit Now MicroVal Validated for Infant Formula and Cereals

PCR Kit Salmonella Cronobacter or pathogenic E coli
Cronobacter sakazakiiE. coliEnterobacteriaceae
23 Oct 2025
Verify the effectiveness of processing procedures with iQ-CheckTM Enterobacteriaceae real-time PCR kit, which detects Enterobacteriaceae such as Salmonella, Cronobacter, and E. coli in infant formula, cereal with and without probiotics, and related substances.

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