In this episode of The Beef Podcast Show, Dr. Mick Bosilevac, Research Microbiologist at USDA-ARS, explains the complexities of detecting and controlling Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) in beef. He shares the science behind current detection methods, regulatory testing challenges, and the future of genomic surveillance. Learn how pathogens are tracked from feedlot to carcass and how industry collaboration improves meat safety. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Virulence gene markers offer a great way to focus testing efforts on truly pathogenic STEC strains."

Meet the guest: Dr. Mick Bosilevac is a USDA-ARS Research Microbiologist at the US Meat Animal Research Center in Clay Center, Nebraska. He earned his Ph.D. in Molecular and Cellular Biology from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. His work focuses on advancing the microbiological safety of red meat by improving detection methods for pathogens.

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What you will learn:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:32) Introduction
• (05:27) Understanding STEC
• (07:07) Global health concerns
• (10:26) Sharing research with industry
• (14:32) Challenges with STEC
• (23:20) Ensuring safety in processing
• (35:37) Final three questions

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