A new project explores the addition of food-grade antimicrobials to the wax and fungicidal coatings applied to stone fruit to reduce contamination risks and extend shelf life.

While stone fruit, fleshy fruit with a hard pit, is generally considered safe, multi-state outbreaks and recalls prompted Dr. Qixin Zhong of the

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Researchers have expanded understanding of the potential for exposure to and infection with zoonotic pathogens in the bushmeat trade.

Scientists believe that if they can help bushmeat traders and consumers keep themselves safe, perhaps their communities can also be protected.

The team at the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary
Continue Reading Study gives insight into bushmeat preferences in Uganda