Control of Salmonella Contamination of Shell Eggs—Preharvest and Postharvest Methods: A Review. Issue 2 (11th March 2013)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Galiş, Anca M.; Marcq, Christopher; Marlier, Didier; Portetelle, Daniel; Van, Ilie; Beckers, Yves; Théwis, André
• Is Part Of: Comprehensive reviews in food science and food safety. Volume 12:Issue 2(2013:Mar.)
• Page Start: 155
• Page End: 182
• Publication Date: 2013-03-11
• Subjects: Food -- Research -- Periodicals; Food -- Safety measures -- Periodicals; 664.0072
• DOI: 10.1111/1541-4337.12007
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1541-4337

Abstract

<abstract abstract-type="main"> <title>Abstract</title> <p> <italic>Salmonella</italic> Enteritidis is one of the most prevalent foodborne pathogen, its main reservoir being considered the shell egg. As the concerns related to the increasing human salmonellosis cases grow, the need for an application of preventive methods either at the farm level or during the processing steps is crucial for a better control of the foodborne outbreaks due to the consumption of this specific food product. This review focuses on the application of preventive methods at the farm level, on preharvest step, in order to reduce the risk of shell eggs contamination with <italic>Salmonella</italic>, especially <italic>S</italic>. Enteritidis, through a better control of the laying hens' infection with this pathogen. As postharvest methods, a 1st approach is the egg storage conditions and the prevention of <italic>Salmonella</italic> spp. growth and multiplication. In addition, shell eggs may be subjected to eggshell decontamination, to reduce the risk of foodborne outbreaks. Several of these latter mentioned methods are already authorized to be put in place in different countries, as it is the case in the United States of America and Canada. Their efficacy has been proven and their use is regarded by some as mandatory for ensuring shell eggs safety for the consumers.</p> </abstract>