Download or read book Microbiology of Fruits and Vegetables written by Gerald M. Sapers and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2005-08-29 with total page 660 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Microbiology of Fruits and Vegetables presents a holistic view of the problem of produce contamination that examines both pre-harvest and post-harvest sources and practices. It addresses a number of topical issues relating to the microbiological quality and safety of fresh and processed fruits and vegetables and explores the linkage between microbial attachment, the state of microbial contaminants on produce surfaces, and the problem of decontamination. This volume focuses on five distinct areas, and within these areas, provides in-depth coverage of scientific issues important to an understanding of the field and technical issues of economic and public health significance.