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Wild boar captured in a large corral-style trap or hunted: preliminary comparison of meat quality traits 在大型畜栏式陷阱中捕获或狩猎的野猪:肉质性状的初步比较

Italian Journal of Food Safety Pub Date : 2023-11-08 DOI: 10.4081/ijfs.2023.11618

Caterina Altissimi, Eleonora Torregiani, Fausto Cambiotti, Rossana Roila, Raffaella Branciari, Samira Giovannini, David Ranucci

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Lactic acid bacteria from artisanal raw goat milk cheeses: technological properties and antimicrobial potential 手工生羊奶奶酪中的乳酸菌:技术特性和抗菌潜力

Italian Journal of Food Safety Pub Date : 2023-10-27 DOI: 10.4081/ijfs.2023.11559

Beatriz Nunes Silva, Nathália Fernandes, Laís Carvalho, Ana Sofia Faria, José António Teixeira, Carina Rodrigues, Ursula Gonzales-Barron, Vasco Cadavez

{"title":"Lactic acid bacteria from artisanal raw goat milk cheeses: technological properties and antimicrobial potential","authors":"Beatriz Nunes Silva, Nathália Fernandes, Laís Carvalho, Ana Sofia Faria, José António Teixeira, Carina Rodrigues, Ursula Gonzales-Barron, Vasco Cadavez","doi":"10.4081/ijfs.2023.11559","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4081/ijfs.2023.11559","url":null,"abstract":"In cheese-making, a starter culture composed of adequately chosen lactic acid bacteria (LAB) may be suitable to ensure the rapid acidification of milk, improve textural and sensorial characteristics, and avoid pathogen proliferation. In this work, 232 LAB isolates collected from artisanal goat’s raw milk cheeses produced in Portugal were evaluated for their antimicrobial capacity (at 10 and 37°C), as well as their acidifying and proteolytic properties. Among the 232 isolates, at least 98% of those isolated in De Man-Rogosa-Sharpe (MRS) agar presented antagonism against Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella Typhimurium, or Staphylococcus aureus, whereas less than 28.1% of M17-isolated LAB showed antagonism against these pathogens. M17-isolated LAB displayed better results than MRS ones in terms of acidifying capacity. As for the proteolytic assay, only two MRS isolates showed casein hydrolysis capacity. Principal component analyses and molecular characterization of a subset of selected isolates were conducted to identify those with promising capacities and to correlate the identified LAB genera and species with their antimicrobial, acidifying, and/or proteolytic properties. Lactococcus strains were associated with the highest acidifying capacity, whereas Leuconostoc and Lacticaseibacillus strains were more related to antimicrobial capacities. Leuconostoc mesenteroides, Lactococcus lactis, and Lacticaseibacillus paracasei were the predominant organisms found. The results of this work highlight various strains with pathogen inhibition capacity and suitable technological properties to be included in a customized starter culture. As future work, it is necessary to appropriately define the starter culture and implement it in the cheese-making process to evaluate if the in-vitro capacities are observable in a real food system.","PeriodicalId":14508,"journal":{"name":"Italian Journal of Food Safety","volume":"99 2","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136261598","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Occurrence and distribution of Salmonella serovars associated with human infection isolated from irrigation waters and food-producing animals in southern Italy: eleven-year monitoring (2011-2021) 沙门氏菌的发生和分布从意大利南部灌溉用水和粮食生产动物中分离出的与人类感染相关的血清型:11年监测(2011-2021年)

Italian Journal of Food Safety Pub Date : 2023-10-26 DOI: 10.4081/ijfs.2023.11538

Maria Francesca Peruzy, Immacolata La Tela, Maria Rosaria Carullo, Simona Ioele, Yolande Thérèse Rose Proroga, Anna Balestrieri, Nicoletta Murru

{"title":"Occurrence and distribution of Salmonella serovars associated with human infection isolated from irrigation waters and food-producing animals in southern Italy: eleven-year monitoring (2011-2021)","authors":"Maria Francesca Peruzy, Immacolata La Tela, Maria Rosaria Carullo, Simona Ioele, Yolande Thérèse Rose Proroga, Anna Balestrieri, Nicoletta Murru","doi":"10.4081/ijfs.2023.11538","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4081/ijfs.2023.11538","url":null,"abstract":"Salmonella is one of the main zoonotic agents causing foodborne diseases in Europe. The main reservoirs of the infection are represented by domestic and wild animals, and the infection occurs by direct contact or following the consumption of contaminated food or water. The study aimed to evaluate the presence of Salmonella spp. in food-producing animals and irrigation waters in southern Italy and the serovar distribution. From 2011 to 2021, a total of 473 samples from 6 different animal species (bovine, buffalo, goat, ovine, swine, poultry, and wild boars) and 313 irrigation water samples were collected and analyzed. The overall percentage of positive samples was 56.87% in organs, 50.85% in feces, and 20.45% in irrigation waters. By animal species, the most frequently detected serovar was Salmonella Typhimurium in bovine (17.39%), in buffalo (13.10%) and swine (28.21%), and S. Kentucky (24.78%) in poultry. The subspecies diarizonaeIIIb was frequently detected in goats (40.00%) and ovine (83.33%), while salamaeII (14.12%) and diarizonaeIIIb (11.76%) were frequently isolated in wild boars. In the irrigation water samples, the most frequently detected serovar was S. Napoli (25%). Results revealed that, although in Europe, control strategies aimed at preventing the spread of Salmonella have been implemented, the prevalence of this pathogen in food-producing animals and irrigation waters is high. Considering the risk to public health associated with the contamination of products or foods, more stringent control interventions are needed at primary production and along the food chain.","PeriodicalId":14508,"journal":{"name":"Italian Journal of Food Safety","volume":"31 9","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"134908976","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Trichinella spp. detection in hunted wild boar (Sus scrofa) diaphragm biopsies in Central Italy & lt; i&gt Trichinella意大利中部被猎杀野猪(Sus scrofa)横膜活检中的spp检测

Italian Journal of Food Safety Pub Date : 2023-10-24 DOI: 10.4081/ijfs.2023.11467

Andrea Piccinini, Daniela Ronconi, Assunta De Luca, Valentina D’Ovidio, Gianluigi Ferri, Alberto Vergara

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A study on the occurrence of human enteric viruses in salad vegetables and seafood and associated health risks for consumers in Mauritius 关于毛里求斯沙拉蔬菜和海鲜中人类肠道病毒的发生及其对消费者的相关健康风险的研究

Italian Journal of Food Safety Pub Date : 2023-10-10 DOI: 10.4081/ijfs.2023.11447

Hudaa Neetoo, Khousboo Juggoo, Hena Johaheer, Mala Ranghoo-Sanmukhiya, Zishaan Manoga, Nadhiir Gurib

{"title":"A study on the occurrence of human enteric viruses in salad vegetables and seafood and associated health risks for consumers in Mauritius","authors":"Hudaa Neetoo, Khousboo Juggoo, Hena Johaheer, Mala Ranghoo-Sanmukhiya, Zishaan Manoga, Nadhiir Gurib","doi":"10.4081/ijfs.2023.11447","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4081/ijfs.2023.11447","url":null,"abstract":"Norovirus (NOV) and hepatitis A virus (HAV) are human enteric viruses of major concern worldwide. Salad vegetables and molluscan shellfish are highly susceptible to contamination by NOV and HAV and can pose a health threat when consumed raw. The objective of this study was to determine the occurrence of NOV and HAV in lettuce, watercress, tomatoes, and oysters using the enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay and assess the health risks associated with consumption of these commodities by semi-quantitative risk assessment. The occurrence of NOV in vegetables ranked in the following decreasing order: lettuce (36%) > watercress (16%) > tomatoes (4%). However, HAV was more frequently detected in watercress (56%), compared to lettuce or tomatoes (12%). Additionally, NOV was detected in oysters (60%). The risk assessment exercise pointed to a medium-risk score of contracting a foodborne illness of viral origin for consumers eating fresh watercress or oysters. Future research will ascertain the presence of these enteric viruses in a broader range of food commodities.","PeriodicalId":14508,"journal":{"name":"Italian Journal of Food Safety","volume":"41 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"136296097","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Accelerated shelf life determination of corn snack bars 玉米小吃条的加速保质期测定

Italian Journal of Food Safety Pub Date : 2023-10-04 DOI: 10.4081/ijfs.2023.10718

Ahmad Ni'matullah Al-Baarri, Siti Susanti, Anang Mohamad Legowo, Mulyana Hadipernata, Arif Aryanto, Putri Safina Liestyana

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Field catering in the operational and training activities of the Carabinieri Corps 在宪兵部队的作战和训练活动中提供野战餐饮

Italian Journal of Food Safety Pub Date : 2023-10-03 DOI: 10.4081/ijfs.2023.11099

Samuele Pulze, Noemi Presti, Alberto Vergara

{"title":"Field catering in the operational and training activities of the Carabinieri Corps","authors":"Samuele Pulze, Noemi Presti, Alberto Vergara","doi":"10.4081/ijfs.2023.11099","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4081/ijfs.2023.11099","url":null,"abstract":"The Armed Force's victualling sector, and field catering in particular, was brought up to date following Publication No. C-19, Compendium of Logistic Provisions of the Carabinieri Force. Previously, there was no specific regulation in the defense sector, except for the operational reality of military contingents deployed abroad. The aim of this discussion is the military field catering regulatory adaptation to the procedures of the Certified Notification of Commencement of Activities, pursuant to Law 241/90. To this end, the Ministry of Defense has adopted a specific notification model for its food businesses (Interministerial Decree 06/03/2020). Presidential Decree 327/1980 also applies in the Arma with regard to refrigerated shelters intended for the storage of foodstuffs at a controlled temperature. The authorization, issued by the Veterinary Service of the Arma General Headquarters, is valid for two years and is renewable subject to verification of the specific requirements. The procedures for submitting the certified activity start notice (SCIA) are functional to the type of service operation. The Veterinary Service issues a specific technical opinion on the relative hygiene and health requirements, while the plant-infrastructure part is assessed by the competent Directorate of Works of the Corps of Engineers of the aforementioned General Command. Failure to submit the SCIA is punishable under Legislative Decree No. 193/2007; however, if the conditions are met, recourse to the administrative institution of the warning is preferred. In the verification phase of the shelters in question, compliance with the regulations concerning the Agreement on the Transport of Perishable Goods must be ascertained. The new regulations allow the Armed Force to guarantee food safety in military operations involving the use of field modules for catering purposes.","PeriodicalId":14508,"journal":{"name":"Italian Journal of Food Safety","volume":"6 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135696625","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Occurrence of Aliarcobacter spp. in fresh and pre-cut vegetables of common use in San José, Costa Rica 出现 aliarcobacteria 哥斯达黎加圣何塞市常用的新鲜和预先切好的蔬菜中的一种

Italian Journal of Food Safety Pub Date : 2023-10-02 DOI: 10.4081/ijfs.2023.10344

María Laura Arias Echandi, Alejandra Huete Soto, Jose Manuel Castillo Blanco, Fernanda Fernández, Heriberto Fernandez Jaramillo

{"title":"Occurrence of Aliarcobacter spp. in fresh and pre-cut vegetables of common use in San José, Costa Rica","authors":"María Laura Arias Echandi, Alejandra Huete Soto, Jose Manuel Castillo Blanco, Fernanda Fernández, Heriberto Fernandez Jaramillo","doi":"10.4081/ijfs.2023.10344","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.4081/ijfs.2023.10344","url":null,"abstract":"Aliarcobacter is a Gram-negative rod that can cause disease in both animals and humans. Several studies have evidenced its presence in a wide variety of foods. Given that the number of foodborne illness outbreaks linked to the consumption of vegetables has increased worldwide and that there is a lack of information about the occurrence of Aliarcobacter spp. in these, the aim of this study was to evaluate its presence and the occurrence of virulence factors in both fresh and ready-to-eat vegetable samples. 180 vegetable samples from Costa Rica were analyzed for the presence of Aliarcobacter spp., including 90 pre-cut vegetable packages and 90 fresh vegetables. Two (2.2%) of the isolates from pre-cut vegetables and 19 (21.1%) of the isolates obtained from fresh vegetables were confirmed as Aliarcobacter spp. One of the isolates from the pre-cut vegetable samples was identified as A. butzleri. For the fresh vegetables, 11 isolates were identified as A. skirrowii, one as A. butzleri, and the 7 remaining isolates could not be identified at a species level. There is an 87.5% positivity for hecA and 93.8% for pldA, virulence genes in strains isolated from fresh produce, contrasting with an absolute absence from pre-cut vegetable-isolated strains. These results evidence the presence of Aliarcobacter on fresh and pre-cut vegetables from Costa Rica and the potential hazard it might represent for public health.","PeriodicalId":14508,"journal":{"name":"Italian Journal of Food Safety","volume":"116 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-02","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135835738","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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XXXII Convegno Nazionale dell’Associazione Italiana Veterinari Igienisti (AIVI) | Maierato-Vibo Valentia, 13-14-15 Settembre 2023 意大利全国协会、卫生》(AIVI) | Maierato-Vibo Valentia, 2023年9月13-14-15

Italian Journal of Food Safety Pub Date : 2023-09-13 DOI: 10.4081/ijfs.2023.11791

The Editors

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Frequency and seasonality of viable Helicobacter pylori in drinking water in Dhamar Governorate, Yemen. 也门达马尔省饮用水中活幽门螺杆菌的频率和季节性。

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Italian Journal of Food Safety Pub Date : 2023-09-06 eCollection Date: 2023-08-02 DOI: 10.4081/ijfs.2023.10855

Dhary Alewy Almashhadany, Sara Mohammed Mayas, Jiyan Ali Omar, Thaera A M Muslat

{"title":"Frequency and seasonality of viable Helicobacter pylori in drinking water in Dhamar Governorate, Yemen.","authors":"Dhary Alewy Almashhadany, Sara Mohammed Mayas, Jiyan Ali Omar, Thaera A M Muslat","doi":"10.4081/ijfs.2023.10855","DOIUrl":"10.4081/ijfs.2023.10855","url":null,"abstract":"Helicobacter pylori is an important and common bacterial pathogen in humans. The accumulated evidence of the existence of H. pylori in water from different environmental sources suggests a water-borne transmission route. This study aimed to investigate the occurrence of H. pylori in different water sources used by human populations in Dhamar Governorate, Yemen. 250 samples were randomly collected from the municipal water supply network, wells, and springs. The samples were processed, plated onto modified campy-blood agar, and incubated under microaerobic conditions for 4-10 days. Bacterial identification was based on morphological properties and biochemical tests. Bacteriological analysis showed that 9.6% and 13.2% of tap and surface water samples were contaminated with H. pylori, respectively. Despite a higher frequency in samples from rural areas, these were not significantly (p=0.068) more contaminated than the samples from urban areas. Regarding the seasonal variations of H. pylori detection, 85.71% of positive samples were detected in the late winter and spring seasons (February to May). To conclude, H. pylori transmission through water is likely to occur in Dhamar Governorate. Further prospective studies are highly recommended to provide further evidence and a clearer picture of H. pylori transmission.","PeriodicalId":14508,"journal":{"name":"Italian Journal of Food Safety","volume":"12 3","pages":"10855"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2023-09-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://ftp.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pub/pmc/oa_pdf/1f/a9/ijfs-12-3-10855.PMC10518832.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"41121494","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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