The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast - Dr. Cangliang Shen: Microbial Safety in Poultry Processing | Ep. 108

In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Cangliang Shen from West Virginia University explores how microbial contamination in poultry poses emerging challenges for food safety. He discusses the use of surrogate bacteria, thermal processing techniques, and sanitation protocols in real-world poultry feed operations. Listen now on all major platforms!

What will you learn: 

• Feed sanitation insights
• Surrogate bacteria usage
• Thermal decontamination trials
• Ingredient impact on safety
• Hazard planning strategies

Meet the guest:

Dr. Cangliang Shen earned his Ph.D. in Meat Science and Food Safety from Colorado State University, with earlier training in Veterinary Medicine. He is currently a Professor and Extension Specialist at West Virginia University, focusing on improving poultry meat and feed safety through microbiological research and hazard planning.
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