Birko Food Safety Blog for the Food Processing Industry
As a leader in providing food safety solutions to the protein processing, food and beverage industries, Birko is at the forefront of new research and trends on fighting foodborne pathogens, processing, sanitation and more. Here our experts share their insight on interventions, effective chemicals and equipment and related topics.
Handling Hydrogen Peroxide Solutions Safely
How safe are concentrated hydrogen peroxide solutions? Occasionally we learn about mishaps involving these solutions in the tripe and foot washing operations at processing plants.
Birko’s Chicxide® Effective Against Salmonella as Part of HACCP Plan
A new study by the USDA is crediting HACCP programs with reducing cases of Salmonella infection originating from chicken (See…
Choosing the Right Sanitizers and Disinfectants
With food safety top of mind, processors are looking for a comprehensive chemistry solution in order to kill all foodborne…
Staying Healthy During the Holiday Season
The holiday season truly can be the “most wonderful time of the year.” With all of the parties, gift giving…
Controlling Salmonella in Pet Food
With the FDA’s recent announcement that it plans to begin testing pet food for Salmonella, both consumers and pet food…
Reducing Sodium
Q: My municipality has high levels of sodium in its water. What can I do to control the amount of…
Bright Tank Cleaning Advice
Q: Is it reasonable to keep the bright tank completely sealed and do a water rinse/acid wash/peracetic acid wash between…
The Birko Advantage
We’ve had more than a few questions recently on The Birko Advantage from customers who want to know more about it. The Birko Advantage is more than just a slogan…
Traceability
The recent Listeria monocytogenes outbreak, traced to cantaloupes grown in Colorado, once again reminds us that it is possible…
Recirculating Hot Water Pasteurization Systems
The tragic 1993 E. coli outbreak, where four children died and hundreds were sickened after eating undercooked…
