Food Microbiology

Food microbiology deals with the emphasis upon the relationship of microorganisms to the manufacture, deterioration and preservation of foods. Since man’s food supply consists basically of plants and animals or products derived from them, it is understandable that our food supply can contain microorganisms in heteraction with food.

To ensure that food is free of harmful microorganisms and is safe for human consumption, it must be carefully prepared, and stored, and stored. Besides, many other microorganisms are of great use to humans because the fermentation of various raw materials by them result in food like oriental foods, bread etc.