Preventing listeria in process water

Listeria infections are rare but never zero

Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria found everywhere in nature, can cause an infectious disease. This infection is also called Listeriosis (Listeria). An infection of this need not manifest itself directly in illness. Healthy people do not notice anything or at most have a mild flu. For high-risk groups, however, the consequences are serious. As a pregnant woman, for instance, you are more likely to be infected. The disease can be transmitted to the child if the woman gets sick in the third trimester.

Where can Listeria be found?

Let's say in advance: Listeria infections are rare. And if you do find this bacterium anywhere, it is often in animal products. Products such as sliced meat, smoked fish or soft cheeses are examples of foods in which Listeria can be found. But beware, you can also find this bacteria on poorly washed raw vegetables, for example. The Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) does their best to strictly check for Listeria. The moment this bacteria is found in a product, all products are recalled by manufacturers.

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