Projects

MICROBIAL ECOLOGY OF HUMAN PATHOGENS RELATIVE TO POULTRY PROCESSING Appropriated (D)   Accession Number: 410492

Publications

Application of Chlorine Dioxide to Lessen Bacterial Contamination during Broiler Defeathering - (Abstract) - (21-Oct-09)

Colonization of a Newly Constructed Commercial Chicken Further Processing Plant with Listeria monocytogenes - (Peer Reviewed Journal) - (19-Oct-09)

Molecular Characterization of Salmonella enterica and detection of antimicrobial resistance genes - (Abstract)

Frye, J.G., Cray, P.J., Jackson, C.R., Englen, M.D., Berrang, M.E., Meinersmann, R.J. 2009. Molecular Characterization of Salmonella enterica and detection of antimicrobial resistance genes [abstract]. National Poultry Improvement Plan Salmonella Workshop. 6:1-21.

Development of a DNA microarray to detect antimicrobial resistance genes identified in the NCBI database - (Peer Reviewed Journal) - (09-Sep-09)

Use of Dual Electromagnetic Radiation Technology to Reduce Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes Risk on Cooked and Packaged Meat Products - (Abstract)

Murphy, R., Beard, B., Marcy, J., Berrang, M.E. 2009. Use of Dual Electromagnetic Radiation Technology to Reduce Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes Risk on Cooked and Packaged Meat Products. International Association for Food Protection. July 12-15,2009. Grapevine, TX. T6-12.

Application of ultrasonic technology for killing Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes in fluid system - (Abstract)

Murphy, R., Beard, B., Macry, J., Berrang, M.E. 2009. Application of ultrasonic technology for killing Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes in fluid system. Institute of Food Technology. June 6-9,2009. Anaheim, CA. 236-01.

Control of Listeria monocytogenes in Turkey Deli Loaves using Organic Acids as Formulation Ingredients - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Lloyd, T., Alvarado, C.Z., Brashears, M.M., Thompson, L.D., Mckee, S.R., Berrang, M.E. 2009. Control of Listeria monocytogenes in Turkey Deli Loaves using Organic Acids as Formulation Ingredients. Poultry Science. 88(10):2235-2239.

Analysis of antimicrobial resistance genes detected in Campylobacter coli, Enterococcus spp., Escherichia coli and Salmonella enterica isolated from the same animal sample - (Abstract)

Frye, J.G., Jackson, C.R., Englen, M.D., Meinersmann, R.J., Berrang, M.E., Cray, P.J. 2009. Analysis of antimicrobial resistance genes detected in Campylobacter coli, Enterococcus spp., Escherichia coli and Salmonella enterica isolated from the same animal sample [abstract]. American Society for Microbiology. Philadelphia, PA. May 17-21,2009.

Salmonella enterica Genomics and Antimicrobial Resistance - (Abstract)

Frye, J.G., Cray, P.J., Jackson, C.R., Englen, M.D., Berrang, M.E., Meinersmann, R.J. 2009. Salmonella enterica Genomics and Antimicrobial Resistance. University of Georogia, Microbiology Departmental Seminar, Athens, GA; Apr 2,2009.

Prevalence, serotype and antimicrobial resistance of salmonellae isolated from commercially processed broiler carcasses - (Abstract)

Berrang, M.E., Bailey, J.S., Cray, P.J. 2009. Prevalence, serotype and antimicrobial resistance of salmonellae isolated from commercially processed broiler carcasses. Poultry Science Association. 88(Suppl. 1):235. P.72.

Modified ecometric technique (four-quadrant sequential streak) to evaluate Campylobacter enrichment broth proficiency in suppressing background microflora - (Abstract)

Richardson, L.J., Cox Jr, N.A., Buhr, R.J., Cason Jr, J.A., Berrang, M.E. 2009. Modified ecometric technique (four-quadrant sequential streak) to evaluate Campylobacter enrichment broth proficiency in suppressing background microflora. Poultry Science Association. 88(S1):433P. P.132.

Prevalence, Serotype and Antimicrobial Resistance of Salmonella on Broiler Carcasses Post-Pick and Post-Chill in Twenty U. S. Processing Plants - (Peer Reviewed Journal) - (27-Mar-09)

Salmonella in Poultry: Epidemiology, Regulation, Detection and Interventions - (Abstract)

Cray, P.J., Berrang, M.E., Cox Jr, N.A., Richardson, L.J. 2009. Salmonella in Poultry: Epidemiology, Regulation, Detection and Interventions. Western Poultry Disease Conference. Sacramento, CA. March 22-25,2009.

Enumeration of Escherichia coli cells on chicken carcasses as a potential measure of microbial process control in a random selection of slaughter establishments in the United States. - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Altekruse, S., Marks, H., Saini, P., Berrang, M.E., Bailey, J.S. 2009. Enumeration of Escherichia coli on chicken carcasses as a potential measure of microbial process control in a random selection of U.S. slaughter establishments. Applied and Environmental Microbiology. 75(11):3522-3527.

Notice of release of a Campylobacter coli resistant to high concentrations of gentamicin - (Germplasm Release)

Cox Jr, N.A., Richardson, L.J., Berrang, M.E., Cray, P.J., Buhr, R.J. 2009. Notice of release of a Campylobacter coli resistant to high concentrations of gentamicin. Germplasm Release.

Epidemiology, ecology, and molecular genetics of antimicrobial resistance in pathogenic and commensal bacteria from food animals - (Abstract)

Frye, J.G., Cray, P.J., Jackson, C.R., Englen, M.D., Meinersmann, R.J., Berrang, M.E. 2009. Epidemiology, ecology, and molecular genetics of antimicrobial resistance in pathogenic and commensal bacteria from food animals. ARS Food Safety and Inspection Service Research Workshop.Shepherdstown, WV. February 17-19.2009.

Genomic Analysis of Antimicrobial Resistant Commensal and Food Borne Pathogens Isolated from Animals - (Abstract)

Frye, J.G., Cray, P.J., Jackson, C.R., Englen, M.D., Meinersmann, R.J., Berrang, M.E. 2009. Genomic Analysis of Antimicrobial Resistant Commensal and Food Borne Pathogens Isolated from Animals. ARS Food Safety and Inspection Service Research Workshop. Shepherdstown, WV. Feburary 17-19, 2009.

Campylobacter coli naturally resistant to elevated levels of gentamicin as a marker strain in poultry research - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Cox Jr, N.A., Richardson, L.J., Berrang, M.E., Cray, P.J., Buhr, R.J. 2009. Campylobacter coli naturally resistant to elevated levels of gentamicin as a marker strain in poultry research. Journal of Food Protection. 72(6):1288-1292.

Evaluation of TECRA® broth, Bolton broth and direct plating for recovery of Campylobacter spp, from broiler carcass rinsates from several commercial processing plants - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Richardson, L.J., Cox Jr, N.A., Bailey, J.S., Berrang, M.E., Cox, J.M., Buhr, R.J., Cray, P.J., Harrison, M.A. 2009. Evaluation of TECRA® broth, Bolton broth and direct plating for recovery of Campylobacter spp, from broiler carcass rinsates from several commercial processing plants. Journal of Food Protection. 72(5):972-977.

Effect of immersion chilling and air chilling on texture quality and cook yield of chicken breast tenderlion deboned for hours postmortem - (Abstract)

Zhuang, H., Savage, E.M., Smith, D., Berrang, M.E. 2009. Effect of immersion chilling and air chilling on texture quality and cook yield of chicken breast tenderlion deboned for hours postmortem. International Poultry Scientific Forum. 88(Suppl. 1):P215. P. 199.

On-line brush and spray washers to lower numbers of Campylobacter and Escherichia coli and presence of Salmonella on broiler carcasses during processing - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Berrang, M.E., Bailey, J.S. 2009. On-line brush and spray washers to lower numbers of Campylobacter and E. coli and presence of Salmonella on broiler carcasses during processing. Journal of Applied Poultry Research. 18:74-78.

Effect of dry-air chilling on sensory descriptive profiles of cooked broiler breast meat deboned four hours after the initiation of chilling - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Zhuang, H., Savage, E.M., Smith, D.P., Berrang, M.E. 2009. Effect of dry-air chilling on sensory descriptive profiles of cooked broiler breast meat deboned four hours after the initiation of chilling. Poultry Science. 88(S1):1282-1291.

Genetic Diversity of Campylobacter on Broiler Carcasses collected Preevisceration and Postchill in 17 U.S. Poultry Processing Plants - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Hunter, S.M., Berrang, M.E., Meinersmann, R.J., Harrison, M. 2009. Genetic Diversity of Campylobacter on Broiler Carcasses collected Preevisceration and Postchill in 17 U.S. Poultry Processing Plants. Journal of Food Protection. 72(1):49-54.

Effect of Dry Air Chilling on Warner-Bratzler Shear Force and Water-Holding Capacity of Broiler Meat Deboned Four Hours Postmortem - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Zhuang, H., Savage, E.M., Smith, D.P., Berrang, M.E. 2008. Effect of dry air chilling on warner-bratzler shear force and water-holding capacity of broiler meat deboned four hours postmortem. International Journal of Poultry Science. 7(8):743-748.

Detection of antimicrobial resistance genes by DNA microarray - (Abstract)

Frye, J.G., Cray, P.J., Jackson, C.R., Englen, M.D., Berrang, M.E., Meinersmann, R.J. 2008. Detection of antimicrobial resistance genes by DNA microarray. Walter Reed Army Institute of Research, May 15, 2008, Silver Springs, Maryland.

Presence and numbers of Campylobacter, Escherichia coli and Salmonella determined in boiler carcass rinses from United States processing plants in the hazard analysis and critical control point-based inspection models project - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Berrang, M.E., Bailey, J.S., Altekruse, S.F., Shaw, Jr., W.K. 2008. Presence and numbers of Campylobacter, Escherichia coli and Salmonella determined in boiler carcass rinses from United States processing plants in the hazard analysis and critical control point-based inspection models project. Journal of Applied Poultry Research. 17:354-360.

Sensory descriptive Profiles of Air and Water Chilled Broiler Breast Fillets - (Abstract)

Zhuang, H., Savage, E.M., Smith, D.P., Berrang, M.E. 2008. Sensory descriptive Profiles of Air and Water Chilled Broiler Breast Fillets. Poultry Science Association Meeting Abstract. P. 38.

Listeria monocytogenes biofilm formation on silver ion impregnated cutting boards - (Abstract)

Berrang, M.E., Frank, J.F., Meinersmann, R.J. 2008. Listeria monocytogenes biofilm formation on silver ion impregnated cutting boards. Poultry Science Association Meeting Abstract. 87(Suppl 1):40.

Attached Bacterial Cell Contamination of Shell Egg Processing Facilities - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Musgrove, M.T., Berrang, M.E., Liljebjelke, K.A. 2008. Attached Bacterial Cell Contamination of Shell Egg Processing Facilities. UJNR Food & Agricultural Panel Proceedings.p.66-67.

Presence of Aerobic Microorganisms, Enterobacteriaceae and Salmonella in the Shell Egg Processing Environment - (Abstract)

Musgrove, M.T., Berrang, M.E. 2008. Presence of Aerobic Microorganisms, Enterobacteriaceae and Salmonella in the Shell Egg Processing Environment. International Association for Food Protection Proceedings. P. 47-48.

On-line brush and spray washers to lower numbers of Campylobacter and Escherichia coli and presence of Salmonella on broiler carcasses during processing - (Abstract)

Berrang, M.E., Bailey, J.S. 2008. On-line brush and spray washers to lower numbers of Campylobacter and Escherichia coli and presence of Salmonella on broiler carcasses during processing [abstract]. International Association for Food Protection Proceedings. T3-11, P 35.

Antimicrobial resistance of Listeria monocytogenes isolated from a poultry further processing plant - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Lyon, S.A., Berrang, M.E., Cray, P.J., Fletcher, D.L., Meinersmann, R.J. 2008. Antimicrobial resistance of Listeria monocytogenes isolated from a poultry further processing plant. Foodborne Pathogens and Disease. 5(3):253-259.

The effect of chilling in cold air or ice water on the microbiological quality of broiler carcasses and the population of Campylobacter - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Berrang, M.E., Meinersmann, R.J., Smith, D.P., Zhuang, H. 2008. The effect of chilling in cold air or ice water on the microbiological quality of broiler carcasses and the population of Campylobacter. Poultry Science. 87(5):992-998.

Campylobacter, Salmonella and E. coli on broiler carcasses from commercial plants under HIMP inspection - (Abstract)

Berrang, M.E., Bailey, J.S. 2008. Campylobacter, Salmonella and E. coli on broiler carcasses from commercial plants under HIMP inspection. Southern Poultry Science Society Meeting Abstracts. M5: p.2.

Utilizing a gentamicin resistant Campylobacter (C. coli) in poultry research - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Cox Jr, N.A., Richardson, L.J., Buhr, R.J., Cray, P.J., Berrang, M.E., Bailey, J.S., Northcutt, J.K. 2008. Utilizing a gentamicin resistant Campylobacter (C. coli) in poultry research. International Poultry Forum Proceedings. Poul Sci: 87 (S1): 168.

Salmonella and Campylobacter Recovery from Broiler Carcasses Processed in HIMP Plants - (Abstract)

Bailey, J.S., Berrang, M.E. 2007. Salmonella and Campylobacter Recovery from Broiler Carcasses Processed in HIMP Plants. Poultry Health and Processing National Meeting Proceedings. P. 35-40.

Effect of chemical sanitizers with and without ultrasonication on Listeria monocytogenes as a biofilm within polyvinyl chloride drain pipes - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Berrang, M.E., Frank, J.F., Meinersmann, R.J. 2008. Effect of chemical sanitizers with and without ultrasonication on Listeria monocytogenes as a biofilm within polyvinyl chloride drain pipes. Journal of Food Protection. 7(1):66-69.

Bactericidal effect of several chemicals on hatching eggs inoculated with Salmonella serovar Typhimurium - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Cox Jr, N.A., Richardson, L.J., Buhr, R.J., Musgrove, M.T., Berrang, M.E., Bright, W. 2007. Bactericidal effect of several chemicals on hatching eggs inoculated with Salmonella serovar Typhimurium. Journal of Applied Poultry Research. 16:(4)623-627.

Is Salmonella Incidence on Processed Broiler Carcasses Related to the Farm and/or Grow House that the Birds were Reared in? - (Abstract)

Bailey, J.S., Berrang, M.E., Cray, P.J. 2007. Is Salmonella Incidence on Processed Broiler Carcasses Related to the Farm and/or Grow House that the Birds were Reared in?. International Association for Food Protection. P. 4-5,Poster P6.

Addition of Sulfamethoxazole to Selective Media Aids in the recovery of Campylobacter Spp. from Broiler Rinses. - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Line, J.E., Bailey, J.S., Berrang, M.E. 2008. Addition of sulfamethoxazole to selective media aids in the recovery of campylobacter spp. from broiler rinses.. Journal of Rapid Methods and Automation in Microbiology. 16:2-12.

Susceptibility of Listeria monocytogenes, L. innocua, and L. welshimeri Isolated from Various Sources to Antibiotics - (Abstract)

Davis, J.A., Jackson, C.R., Bailey, J.S., Berrang, M.E., Frye, J.G., Englen, M.D., Meinersmann, R.J., Cray, P.J. 2007. Susceptibility of Listeria monocytogenes, L. innocua, and L. welshimeri Isolated from Various Sources to Antibiotics [abstract]. Interscience Conference on Antimicrobial Agents & Chemotherapy Proceedings. 225 p.124 E-2085.

Salmonella, Campylobacter and Enterococcus SPP., Their Antimicrobial Resistance Profiles and Their Spatial Relationships in a Synoptic Study of the Upper Oconee River Basin - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Meinersmann, R.J., Berrang, M.E., Jackson, C.R., Cray, P.J., Ladely, S.R., Little, E., Frye, J.G., Mattsson, B. 2007. Salmonella, campylobacter and enterococcus spp., their antimicrobial resistance profiles and their spatial relationships in a synoptic study of the upper oconee river basin. Microbial Ecology. 55(3):444-452.

The effect of chilling broiler carcasses in cold air or ice water on the population of Campylobacter - (Abstract)

Berrang, M.E., Meinersmann, R.J. 2007. The effect of chilling broiler carcasses in cold air or ice water on the population of Campylobacter [abstract]. Campylobacter Helicobacter and Related Organisms International Workshop. 54(supp1):124.

Salmonella research in the Bacterial Epidemiology and Antimicrobial Resistance Research Unit at ARS - (Abstract)

Frye, J.G., Cray, P.J., Jackson, C.R., Englen, M.D., Bailey, J.S., Berrang, M.E., Meinersmann, R.J. 2007. Salmonella research in the Bacterial Epidemiology and Antimicrobial Resistance Research Unit at ARS. Cornell Institute of Food Science Summer Scholar Program.

Development of Macrolide-Resistant Campylobacter in Broilers Administered Subtherapeutic or Therapeutic Concentrations of Tylosin - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Ladely, S.R., Harrison, M.A., Cray, P.J., Berrang, M.E., Englen, M.D., Meinersmann, R.J. 2007. Development of Macrolide Resistant Campylobacter in Broilers Administered Subtherapeutic or Therapeutic Levels of Tylosin. Journal of Food Protection. 70(8):1945-1951.

Effect of Rinse Volume and Sample Time on Recovery of Salmonella, Campylobacter, E. coli, and Enterobacteriaceae from Post-Chill Chicken Carcasses - (Abstract)

Bailey, J.S., Berrang, M.E., Shaw, Jr, W.K., Altekruse, S.F. 2007. Effect of Rinse Volume and Sample Time on Recovery of Salmonella, Campylobacter, E. coli, and Enterobacteriaceae from Post-Chill Chicken Carcasses. International Association for Food Protection. T6-11:108.

Prevalence and Numbers of Campylobacter on Broiler Carcasses Collected at Rehang and Postchill in 20 US Processing Plants - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Berrang, M.E., Bailey, J.S., Alterkruse, S., Patel, B., Shaw, W., Meinersmann, R.J., Cray, P.J. 2007. Prevalence and Numbers of Campylobacter on Broiler Carcasses Collected at Rehang and Postchill in 20 US Processing Plants. Journal of Food Protection. 70(7):1556-1560.

DNA Microarray Detection of Antimicrobial Resistance Genes in Bacteria Co-Cultured from Swine Feces - (Abstract)

Frye, J.G., Jackson, C.R., Englen, M.D., Meinersmann, R.J., Berrang, M.E., Bailey, J.S., Rondeau, G., Long, F., Porwollik, S., Mcclelland, M. 2007. Dna microarray detection of antimicrobial resistance genes in bacteria co-cultured from swine feces. American Society for Microbiology Conference. 167/A(A-076):17.

Sub-therapeutic Tylosin Phosphate in Broiler Feed Affects Campylobacter on Carcasses During Processing - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Berrang, M.E., Ladely, S.R., Meinersmann, R.J., Cray, P.J. 2007. Sub-therapeutic Tylosin Phosphate in Broiler Feed Affects Campylobacter on Carcasses During Processing. Poultry Science. 86(6):1229-1233.

Germicidal Ultraviolet Light to Lower Numbers of Listeria Monocytogenes on Broiler Breast Fillets - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Lyon, S.A., Fletcher, D.L., Berrang, M.E. 2007. Germicidal Ultraviolet Light to Lower Numbers of Listeria Monocytogenes on Broiler Breast Fillets. Poultry Science. 86(5):964-967.

Effect of chemical sanitizers with and without ultra-sonication on Listeria monocytogenes as a biofilm within PVC drain pipes - (Abstract)

Berrang, M.E., Frank, J., Meinersmann, R.J. 2007. Effect of chemical sanitizers with and without ultra-sonication on Listeria monocytogenes as a biofilm within PVC drain pipes. International Symposium on Problems of Listeriosis. P12.

Detection of antimicrobial resistance genes by DNA microarray - (Abstract)

Frye, J.G., Cray, P.J., Jackson, C.R., Englen, M.D., Bailey, J.S., Berrang, M.E., Meinersmann, R.J. 2006. Detection of antimicrobial resistance genes by DNA microarray [abstract]. Alliance for the Prudent Use of Antibiotics 1st World Congress, December 11-12, 2006, Boston, MA.

Tylosin applied at a sub-therapeutic level in broiler feed affects Campylobacter recovered from carcasses during processing - (Abstract)

Berrang, M.E., Ladely, S.R., Meinersmann, R.J., Cray, P.J. 2007. Tylosin applied at a sub-therapeutic level in broiler feed affects Campylobacter recovered from carcasses during processing. Southern Poultry Science Society Meeting Abstracts. 18-19 M57.

Antimicrobial Resistance of Arcobacter and Campylobacter from Broiler Carcasses - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Son, I., Englen, M.D., Berrang, M.E., Cray, P.J., Harrison, M.A. 2007. Antimicrobial resistance of arcobacter and campylobacter from broiler carcasses. International Journal of Antimicrobial Agents. 29(4):451-455.

Bactericidal effect of several chemicals on hatching eggs inoculated with Salmonella serovar Typhimurium - (Abstract)

Cox Jr, N.A., Richardson, L.J., Buhr, R.J., Musgrove, M.T., Berrang, M.E., Bright, W. 2007. Bactericidal effect of several chemicals on hatching eggs inoculated with Salmonella serovar Typhimurium. International Poultry Forum Proceedings.P160:53.

Ultra-Violet Light Treatment Lowers Numbers of Listeria monocytogenes on Raw Chicken Fillets without Changing Antibiotic Resistance or Meat Color - (Abstract)

Lyon, S.A., Berrang, M.E., Fletcher, D.L., Cray, P.J. 2007. Ultra-Violet Light Treatment Lowers Numbers of Listeria monocytogenes on Raw Chicken Fillets without Changing Antibiotic Resistance or Meat Color. Southern Poultry Science Society Meeting Abstracts. P.17 M51.

Development of Macrolide Resistanct Campylobacter in Broilers Administered Subtherapeutic or Therapeutic Levels of Tylosin - (Abstract)

Ladely, S.R., Harrison, M.A., Cray, P.J., Berrang, M.E., Englen, M.D., Meinersmann, R.J. 2007. Development of Macrolide Resistanct Campylobacter in Broilers Administered Subtherapeutic or Therapeutic Levels of Tylosin. Southern Poultry Science Society Meeting Abstracts. 43 T129.

Update: The National Antimicrobial Resistance Monitoring System Enteric Bacteria (NARMS): Animal Arm - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Cray, P.J., Bailey, J.S., Frye, J.G., Jackson, C.R., Englen, M.D., Berrang, M.E., Meinersmann, R.J., Wineland, N.E., Dargatz, D.A., Anandarama, N. Update: The National Antimicrobial Resistance Monitoring System Enteric Bacteria (NARMS): Animal Arm. United States Animal Health Association Proceedings. 2006.

Influence of Chicken Transportation Cage Washing System on Wastewater Characteristics and Bacteria Recovery from Cage Flooring - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Northcutt, J.K., Berrang, M.E. 2006. Influence of chicken transportation cage washing system on wastewater characteristics and bacteria recovery from cage flooring. Journal of Applied Poultry Research. 15:457-463.

Campylobacter-From Gate to Plate - (Abstract)

Robach, M., Bailey, J.S., Ingliss, D., Line, J.E., Berrang, M.E. Campylobacter-From Gate to Plate. International Association for Food Protection. 93(Abstract #S12):65. 2006.

Antimicrobial Resistance Patterns of Salmonella from Retail Chicken - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Berrang, M.E., Ladely, S.R., Cray, P.J., Simmons, M., Fletcher, D.L. 2006. Antimicrobial resistance patterns of salmonella from retail chicken. International Journal of Poultry Science. 5(4):351-354.

Prevalence of Arcobacter and Campylobacter on Broiler Carcasses During Processing - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Son, I., Englen, M.D., Berrang, M.E., Cray, P.J., Harrison, M.A. Prevalence of arcobacter and campylobacter on broiler carcasses during processing. International Journal of Food Microbiology. 13(1):16-22. 2007.

Detection of Salmonella from Naturally Contaminated Chicken Carcass Rinse Samples Using the Automated Bax Pcr System - (Abstract)

Bailey, J.S., Berrang, M.E., Cox, J.M. Detection of salmonella from naturally contaminated chicken carcass rinse samples using the automated bax pcr system. Poultry Science Association Meeting Abstract. 58(1):172. 2006.

Transmission of Salmonella Enterica Serotype Typhimurium in Poultry with and Without Antimicrobial Selective Pressure - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Garland, J.E., Frye, J.G., Gray, J.T., Berrang, M.E., Harrison, M.A., Cray, P.J. Transmission of salmonella enterica serotype typhimurium in poultry with and without antimicrobial selective pressure. Journal of Applied Microbiology. 101(6)1301-1308

Salmonella and Campylobacter in Broiler Transport Cages - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Berrang, M.E. 2006. Salmonella and campylobacter in broiler transport cages. Advances in Post-Harvest Interventions to Reduce Salmonella in Poultry, February 23,2006, Atlanta, Georgia.

Organic Acids Placed into the Cloaca to Reduce Campylobacter Contamination of Broiler Skin During Defeathering - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Berrang, M.E., Smith, D.P., Hinton Jr, A. 2006. Organic acids placed into the cloaca to reduce campylobacter contamination of broiler skin during defeathering. Journal of Applied Poultry Research. 15:287-291.

Genetic Diversity of Arcobacter and Campylobacter on Broiler Carcasses During Processing - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Son, I., Englen, M.D., Berrang, M.E., Cray, P.J., Harrison, M.A. Genetic diversity of arcobacter and campylobacter on broiler carcasses during processing. Journal of Food Protection. 69(5):1028-1033. 2006.

Detection of Ingesta on Pre-Chilled Boiler Carcasses by Hyperspectral Imaging - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Windham, W.R., Heitschmidt, G.W., Smith, D.P., Berrang, M.E. 2006. Detection of ingesta on pre-chilled boiler carcasses by hyperspectral imaging. International Journal of Poultry Science. 4(12):959-964.

External Treatment of Broiler Chickens with Lactic Acid Bacteria Before Slaughter - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Cason Jr, J.A., Buhr, R.J., Hinton Jr, A., Berrang, M.E., Cox Jr, N.A. 2005. External treatment of broiler chickens with lactic acid bacteria before slaughter. International Journal of Poultry Science. 4:944-946.

Effect of Fecal Contamination and Cross Contamination on Numbers of Coliform, Escherichea Coli, Campylobacter and Salmonella on Immersion Chilled Broiler Carcasses - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Smith, D.P., Cason Jr, J.A., Berrang, M.E. 2005. Effect of fecal contamination and cross contamination on numbers of coliform, escherichea coli, campylobacter and salmonella on immersion chilled broiler carcasses. Journal of Food Protection. 68:1340-1345.

Organic Acids Placed in the Cloaca to Reduce Campylobacter Contamination of Broiler Skin During Defeathering - (Abstract)

Berrang, M.E., Smith, D.P., Hinton Jr, A. 2006. Organic acids placed in the cloaca to reduce campylobacter contamination of broiler skin during defeathering [abstract]. Poultry Science. 85(Suppl1):172.

Application of Distilled White Vinegar to Counter the Increase in Campylobacter Numbers on Broiler Skin During Feather Removal - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Berrang, M.E., Smith, D.P., Hinton Jr, A. 2006. Application of distilled white vinegar to counter the increase in campylobacter numbers on broiler skin during feather removal. Journal of Food Protection. 69(2):425-427.

Molecular Characterization of Listeria Monocytogenes of the Serotype 4b Complex (4b, 4d, 4e) from Two Turkey Processing Plants - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Eifert, J., Curtis, P.A., Bazaco, M.C., Kernodle, S., Meinersmann, R.J., Berrang, M.E., Stam, C., Jaykus, L.A., Kathariou, S. 2005. Molecular characterization of listeria monocytogenes of the serotype 4b complex (4b, 4d, 4e) from two turkey processing plants. Foodborne Diseases. 2(3):192-200.

Recovery of Bacteria from Broiler Carcasses Rinsed Zero and Twenty-Four Hours after Immersion Chilling - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Cason Jr, J.A., Berrang, M.E., Smith, D.P. 2006. Recovery of bacteria from broiler carcasses rinsed zero and twenty-four hours after immersion chilling. Poultry Science. 85(2):333-336.

Prevalence and Numbers of Bacteria in Broiler Chicken Crop and Gizzard Contents - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Smith, D.P., Berrang, M.E. 2006. Prevalence and numbers of bacteria in broiler chicken crop and gizzard contents. Poultry Science. 85:144-147.

Effectiveness of Hyperspectral Imaging System for Detecting Cecal Contaminated Broiler Carcasses - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Windham, W.R., Smith, D.P., Berrang, M.E., Lawrence, K.C., Feldner, P.W. 2005. Effectiveness of hyperspectral imaging system for detecting cecal contaminated broiler carcasses. International Journal of Poultry Science. 4(9):657-662.

Bacterial Epidemiology and Antimicrobial Resistance Research Unit Projects - (Abstract)

Frye, J.G., Jackson, C.R., Englen, M.D., Bailey, J.S., Meinersmann, R.J., Berrang, M.E., Cray, P.J. Bacterial epidemiology and antimicrobial resistance research unit projects. Advances in Pre-harvest Reduction of Salmonella and Poultry. 2005.

Narms, Vetnet and Cahfse - (Abstract)

Jackson, C.R., Frye, J.G., Englen, M.D., Bailey, J.S., Meinersmann, R.J., Berrang, M.E., Cray, P.J. 2005. Narms, vetnet and cahfse. Advances in Pre-harvest Reduction of Salmonella and Poultry .

Combining Organic Acid Treatment with Steam Pasteurization to Eliminate Listeria Monocytogenes on Fully-Cooked Frankfurters - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Murphy, R., Hanson, R.E., Johnson, N.R., Chappa, K., Berrang, M.E. 2006. Combining organic acid treatment with steam pasteurization to eliminate listeria monocytogenes on fully-cooked frankfurters. Journal of Food Protection. 69(1):47-52.

Use of Water Spray and Extended Drying Time to Lower Bacterial Numbers on Soiled Flooring from Broiler Transport Coops - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Berrang, M.E., Northcutt, J.K. 2005. Use of water spray and extended drying time to lower bacterial numbers on soiled flooring from broiler transport coops. Poultry Science. 84:1797-1801.

Recovery of Bacteria from Broiler Carcass Respiratory Tracts Before and after Immersion Scalding - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Buhr, R.J., Berrang, M.E., Cason Jr, J.A., Bourassa, D.V. 2005. Recovery of bacteria from broiler carcass respiratory tracts before and after immersion scalding. Poultry Science. 84:(11)1769-1773.

Combining Steam with Organic Acid Treatment to Eliminate Listeria Monocytogenes Growth on Refrigerated Frankfurters - (Abstract)

Murphy, R.Y., Hanson, R.E., Feze, N., Johnson, N., Chappa, K., Berrang, M.E. 2005. Combining steam with organic acid treatment to eliminate listeria monocytogenes growth on refrigerated frankfurters. International Congress of Meat Science and Technology Proceedings. T-49.

Poststun Decapitation Does Not Alter the Number of Bacteria Recovered from Broiler Respiratory Tracts Following Bleeding Or Immersion Scalding - (Abstract)

Buhr, R.J., Berrang, M.E., Cason Jr, J.A. 2005. Poststun decapitation does not alter the number of bacteria recovered from broiler respiratory tracts following bleeding or immersion scalding [abstract]. Poultry Science Association Meeting. 84(supp.1):19.

Prevalence and Genetic Diversity of Arcobacter and Campylobacter on Broiler Carcasses during Processing - (Abstract)

Son, I., Englen, M.D., Berrang, M.E., Harrison, M.A. 2005. Prevalence and Genetic Diversity of Arcobacter and Campylobacter on Broiler Carcasses during Processing. International Association for Food Protection. 85 (P2-02).

Comparison of Petrifilm and Chromagar Ecc for Isolation of E. Coli from Chicken - (Abstract)

Bailey, J.S., Cray, P.J., Berrang, M.E., Plumblee, J. 2005. Comparison of petrifilm and chromagar ecc for isolation of e. coli from chicken [abstract].International Association for Food Protection. 171:T4-08.

Water Spray and Immersion in Chemical Sanitizer to Lower Bacterial Numbers on Broiler Transport Coop Flooring - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Berrang, M.E., Northcutt, J.K. 2005. Water spray and immersion in chemical sanitizer to lower bacterial numbers on broiler transport coop flooring. Journal of Applied Poultry Research. 14:315-321.

Water Spray and Extended Dry Time to Lower Bacterial Numbers on Soiled Flooring from Broiler Transport Cages - (Abstract)

Berrang, M.E., Northcutt, J.K. 2005. Water spray and extended dry time to lower bacterial numbers on soiled flooring from broiler transport cages [abstract]. International Association for Food Protection Proceedings.

Comparison of Two Types of Plating Media for Detection and Enumeration of Campylobacter from Poultry Samples - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Line, J.E., Berrang, M.E. 2005. Comparison of two types of plating media for detection and enumeration of campylobacter from poultry samples. International Journal of Poultry Science. 4(2): 81-84.

Recovery of Salmonellae Following Ph Adjusted Pre-Enrichment of Tsp-Treated Broiler Carcasses - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Bourassa, D.V., Fletcher, D.L., Buhr, R.J., Cason Jr, J.A., Berrang, M.E. 2005. Recovery of salmonellae following ph adjusted pre-enrichment of tsp-treated broiler carcasses [abstract]. Poultry Science Annual Meeting. 84:475-478.

Spray Washing and Sanitizer Immersion to Lower Campylobacter Numbers on Broiler Transport Cage Flooring - (Abstract)

Berrang, M.E., Northcutt, J.K. 2005. Spray washing and sanitizer immersion to lower campylobacter numbers on broiler transport cage flooring [abstract]. Poultry Science. 84(suppl.1):92.

Effects of a Commercial Transport Cage Washing System on Wastewater Characteristics and Surface Bacteria Recovery - (Abstract)

Northcutt, J.K., Berrang, M.E. 2005. Effects of a commercial transport cage washing system on wastewater characteristics and surface bacteria recovery [abstract]. Southern Poultry Science Society Meeting Abstracts. 84(suppl.1):92.

The Contribution of Soiled Surfaces Within Feather Picking Machines to Campylobacter Counts on Broiler Carcasses - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Berrang, M.E., Dickens, J.A. 2004. The contribution of soiled surfaces within feather picking machines to campylobacter counts on broiler carcasses. Journal of Applied Poultry Research. 13(4):588-592.

Detecting Low Levels of Salmonellae from Post-Chill Broiler Carcasses - (Trade Journal)

Buhr, R.J., Bourassa, D.V., Cason Jr, J.A., Berrang, M.E., Fletcher, D.L. 2004. Detecting low levels of salmonellae from post-chill broiler carcasses. Foodinfo News Service.

Recovery of Salmonellae from Trisodium Phosphate-Treated Commercially Processed Broiler Carcasses After Chilling and After Seven-Day Storage - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Bourassa, D.V., Fletcher, D.L., Buhr, R.J., Berrang, M.E., Cason Jr, J.A. 2004. Recovery of Salmonellae from Trisodium Phosphate-Treated Commercially Processed Broiler Carcasses After Chilling and After Seven-Day Storage.[abstract] Poultry Science Journal Paper. 83:2079-2082.

Recovery of Bacteria from Broiler Carcasses Rinsed 0 Or 24 Hours after Chilling - (Abstract)

Cason Jr, J.A., Berrang, M.E., Smith, D.P. 2004. Recovery of bacteria from broiler carcasses rinsed 0 or 24 hours after chilling [abstract]. Poultry Science. 83(suppl.1):155.

Effect of Pre-Chill Fecal Contamination on Numbers of Bacteria Recovered from Broiler Chicken Carcasses Before and after Immersion Chilling - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Cason Jr, J.A., Berrang, M.E., Buhr, R.J., Cox Jr, N.A. 2004. Effect of pre-chill fecal contamination on numbers of bacteria recovered from broiler chicken carcasses before and after immersion chilling. Journal of Food Protection. 67:1829-1833.

Listeria Monocytogenes Prevalence and Distribution Within a Poultry Further Processing Plant over 12 Months - (Abstract)

Berrang, M.E., Meinersmann, R.J., Smith, D.P., Frank, J.F. 2004. Listeria monocytogenes prevalence and distribution within a poultry further processing plant over 12 months [abstract]. Poultry Science. 83(suppl.1):11.

Antimicrobial Susceptibility Patterns of Salmonella for Fresh Whole Chicken Carcasses - (Abstract)

Ladely, S.R., Berrang, M.E., Cray, P.J., Simmons, M., Fletcher, D.L. 2004. Antimicrobial susceptibility patterns of salmonella for fresh whole chickn carcasses. Poultry Science Association Meeting Abstract.[abstract]. Poultry Science. 83(suppl.1)(11):M44.

Enrichment Ph Does Not Influence Salmonellae Recovery from Pre-Chill broiler Carcasses Treated with Tsp - (Abstract)

Bourassa, D.V., Buhr, R.J., Fletcher, R.J., Berrang, M.E., Cason Jr, J.A. 2004. Enrichment ph does not influence salmonellae recovery from pre-chill broiler carcasses treated with tsp. [abstract] Poultry Science. 83(suppl.1):155.

Detection of Bacillus Cereus on Selected Retail Chicken Products. - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Smith, D.P., Berrang, M.E., Feldner, P.W., Phillips, R.W., Meinersmann, R.J. 2004. Detection of bacillus cereus on selected retail chicken products. Journal of Food Protection. 67(8):1770-1773.

Direct Microscopic Observation of Viability of Campylobacter Jejuni on Chicken Skin Treated Wtih Selected Chemical Sanitizing Agents - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Chantarapanont, W., Berrang, M.E., Frank, J.F. 2004. Direct microscopic observation of viability of campylobacter jejuni on chicken skin treated wtih selected chemical sanitizing agents. Journal of Food Protection. 67:146-1152.

The Effect of Fecal Contamination and Immersion Chiling on E. Coli, Coliform, Campylobacter and Salmonella Counts on Broiler Carcasses - (Abstract)

Smith, D.P., Cason Jr, J.A., Berrang, M.E. 2004. The effect of fecal contamination and immersion chiling on e. coli, coliform, campylobacter and salmonella counts on broiler carcasses [abstract]. Journal of Food Protection. (suppl.):141.

Recovery of Campylobacter from Broiler Feces During Extended Storage of Transport Cages - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Berrang, M.E., Northcutt, J.K., Cason Jr, J.A. 2004. Recovery of campylobacter from broiler feces during extended storage of transport cages. Poultry Science. 83:1213-1217.

The Effects of Soiled Surfaces Within Feather Picking Machines on Campylobacter Contamination of Broiler Carcasses - (Abstract)

Berrang, M.E., Dickens, J.A. 2004. The effects of soiled surfaces within feather picking machines on campylobacter contamination of broiler carcasses. [abstract] Southern Poultry Science Society Meeting Abstracts. Paper No. 14.

Detection of Salmonella from Post-Chill Broiler Carcasses by Rinse Aliquot and Whole Carcass Enrichment Methods - (Abstract)

Bourassa, D.V., Buhr, R.J., Cason Jr, J.A., Berrang, M.E., Fletcher, D.L. 2004. Detection of salmonella from post-chill broiler carcasses by rinse aliquot and whole carcass enrichment methods. [abstract] Southern Poultry Science Society and Southern Conference on Avian Diseases. Paper No.19.

Direct Microscopic Observation and Visualization of Campylobacter Jejuni Viability on Chicken Skin - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Chantarapanont, W., Berrang, M.E., Frank, J.F. 2003. Direct microscopic observation and visualization of campylobacter jejuni viability on chicken skin. Journal of Food Science. 66(12):2222-2230.

Effects of Replacement Finisher Feed and Length of Feed Withdrawal on Broiler Carcass Yield and Bacteria Recovery - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Northcutt, J.K., Buhr, R.J., Berrang, M.E., Fletcher, D.L. 2003. Effects of replacement finisher feed and length of feed withdrawal on broiler carcass yield and bacteria recovery. Poultry Science. 82(11):1820-1824.

Effect of Broiler Age, Feed Withdrawal and Transportation on Levels of Coliforms, Campylobacter, E. Coli and Salmonella on Carcasses Before and after Immersion Chilling - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Northcutt, J.K., Berrang, M.E., Dickens, J.A., Fletcher, D.L., Cox Jr, N.A. 2004. Effect of broiler age, feed withdrawal and transportation on levels of coliforms, campylobacter, e. coli and salmonella on carcasses before and after immersion chilling. Poultry Science. 82(1):169-173.

The Contribution of Airborne Contamination to Campylobacter Counts on Defeathered Broiler Carcasses - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Berrang, M.E., Northcutt, J.K., Dickens, J.A. 2004. The contribution of airborne contamination to campylobacter counts on defeathered broiler carcasses. Journal of Applied Poultry Research. 13:1-4.

Effect of Intestinal Content Contamination on Broiler Carcass Campylobacter Counts - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Berrang, M.E., Smith, D.P., Windham, W.R., Feldner, P.W. 2004. Effect of intestinal content contamination on broiler carcass Campylobacter counts. Journal of Food Protection. 67(2):235-238.

Presence of Campylobacter in the Respiratory Tract of Broiler Carcasses Before and after Commercial Scalding - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Berrang, M.E., Meinersmann, R.J., Buhr, R.J., Reimer, N.A., Phillips, R.W., Harrison, M.A. 2003. Presence of campylobacter in the respiratory tract of broiler carcasses before and after commercial scalding. Poultry Science. 82(12):1995-1999.

Direct Microscopic Determination of Viability of Campylobacter Jejuni on Chicken Skin - (Abstract)

Frank, J.F., Chantarapanont, W., Berrang, M.E. 2003. Direct microscopic determination of viability of campylobacter jejuni on chicken skin. [abstract] Campylobacter Helicobacter and Related Organisms International Workshop. 293(suppl.35):26.

Bacteria Recovery from Breast Skin of Genetically Feathered and Featherless Broiler Carcasses Immediately Following Scalding and Picking - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Buhr, R.J., Berrang, M.E., Cason Jr, J.A. 2003. Bacteria recovery from breast skin of genetically feathered and featherless broiler carcasses immediately following scalding and picking. Poultry Science. 82(10):1614-1647.

Use of Paired Carcass Halves in Testing of Antibacterial Treatments - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Cason Jr, J.A., Young, L.L., Berrang, M.E. 2003. Use of paired carcass halves in testing of antibacterial treatments. European Symposium on Quality of Poultry Meat. September 23-26, 2003. St. Brieuc, France. v.1. p.243-246.

Use of Paired Chicken Carcass Halves in Testing of Antibacterial Treatments - (Abstract)

Cason Jr, J.A., Young, L.L., Berrang, M.E. 2003. Use of paired chicken carcass halves in testing of antibacterial treatments [abstract]. European Symposium on Quality of Poultry Meat. v.1. p.242.

Effect of Commercial Bird Washers on Broiler Carcass Microbiological Characteristics - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Northcutt, J.K., Berrang, M.E., Smith, D.P., Jones, D.R. 2003. Effect of commercial bird washers on broiler carcass microbiological characteristics. Journal of Applied Poultry Research. 12:435-438.

Recovery of Salmonella Post-Chill and after Storage for One Week from Tsp Treated and Control Carcasses - (Abstract)

Bourassa, D.V., Fletcher, D.L., Berrang, M.E., Buhr, R.J., Cason Jr, J.A. 2003. Recovery of salmonella post-chill and after storage for one week from tsp treated and control carcasses [abstract]. Poultry Science. 82(suppl.1):18.

Recovery of Salmonella Post-Chill and after Storage for One Week from Tsp Treated and Control Carcasses - (Abstract)

Bourassa, D.V., Fletcher, D.L., Berrang, M.E., Buhr, R.J., Cason Jr, J.A. 2003. Recovery of salmonella post-chill and after storage for one week from tsp treated and control carcasses. [abstract] Poultry Science. 82(suppl.1):18.

Comparison of Weep and Carcass Rinses for Recovery of Campylobacter from Retail Broiler Carcasses - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Musgrove, M.T., Cox Jr, N.A., Berrang, M.E., Harrison, M.A. 2003. Comparison of weep and carcass rinses for recovery of campylobacter from retail broiler carcasses. Journal of Food Protection. 66(9):1720-1723.

Rapid Detection of Campylobacter Coli, C. Jejuni and Salmonella Enterica on Poultry Carcasses Using Pcr-Elisa - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Hong, Y., Berrang, M.E., Liu, T., Hofacre, C.L., Sanchez, S., Wang, L., Maurer, J.J. 2003. Rapid detection of campylobacter coli, c. jejuni and salmonella enterica on poultry carcasses using pcr-elisa. Applied and Environmental Microbiology. 69:3492-3499.

Comparison of Sampling Methodology for the Detection of Salmonella on Whole Broiler Carcasses Purchased from Retail Outlets - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Simmons, M., Fletcher, D.L., Berrang, M.E., Cason Jr, J.A. 2003. Comparison of sampling methodology for the detection of salmonella on whole broiler carcasses purchased from retail outlets. Journal of Food Protection. 66:1768-1770.

Role of Dump Cage Fecal Contamination in the Transfer of Campylobacter to Carcasses of Previously Negative Broilers - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Berrang, M.E., Northcutt, J.K., Fletcher, D.L., Cox Jr, N.A. 2003. Role of dump cage fecal contamination in the transfer of campylobacter to carcasses of previously negative broilers. Journal of Applied Poultry Research. 12:190-195.

Effects of Replacement Finisher Feed and Length of Feed Withdrawal on Broiler Carcass Yield and Bacteria Recovery - (Abstract)

Northcutt, J.K., Buhr, R.J., Berrang, M.E., Fletcher, D.L. 2003. Effects of replacement finisher feed and length of feed withdrawal on broiler carcass yield and bacteria recovery. [abstract] Southern Poultry Science Society Meeting Abstracts. 82(suppl.1):136-137.

Effect of Gut Content Contamination on Broiler Carcass Campylobacter Counts - (Abstract)

Berrang, M.E., Smith, D.P., Windham, W.R., Feldner, P.W. 2003. Effect of gut content contamination on broiler carcass campylobacter counts. [abstract] International Association for Food Protection.

Incidence of Bacillus Cereus in Retail Chicken Products - (Abstract)

Smith, D.P., Berrang, M.E., Feldner, P.W. 2003. Incidence of bacillus cereus in retail chicken products. [abstract] Journal of Food Protection. (suppl.):104.

Mechanical Hatching Egg Sanitization: a Fresh Look - (Trade Journal)

Joseph, M., Berrang, M.E., Cox Jr, N.A. 2003. Mechanical hatching egg sanitization: a fresh look. WATT Poultry USA.

Multilocus Sequence Typing of Listeria Monocytogenes Using Hypervariable Genes Reveals Clonal and Recombination Histories of Three Lineages - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Meinersmann, R.J., Phillips, R.W., Wiedmann, M., Berrang, M.E. 2004. Multilocus sequence typing of listeria monocytogenes using hypervariable genes reveals clonal and recombination histories of three lineages. Applied and Environmental Microbiology. 70(4):2193-2203.

Effect of Time on the Recovery of Campylobacter from Feces in Transport Cages - (Abstract)

Berrang, M.E., Northcutt, J.K. 2002. Effect of time on the recovery of campylobacter from feces in transport cages. [abstract] International Poultry Forum Proceedings.

Determination of Thermal Lethality of Listeria Monocytogenes in Fully Cooked Chicken Breast Fillets and Strips During Postcook in-Package Pasteurization - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Murphy, R.Y., Duncan, L.K., Driscoll, K.H., Beard, B.L., Berrang, M.E., Marcy, J.A. 2003. Determination of thermal lethality of listeria monocytogenes in fully cooked chicken breast fillets and strips during postcook in-package pasteurization. Journal of Food Protection.

Recovery of Salmonella from Retail Broilers Using a Whole Carcass Enrichment Procedure - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Simmons, M., Fletcher, D.L., Cason Jr, J.A., Berrang, M.E. 2003. Recovery of salmonella from retail broilers using a whole carcass enrichment procedure. Journal of Food Protection.

Field and Research Results of Mechanical Hatching Egg Sanitization - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Mauldin, J.M., Berrang, M.E., Cox Jr, N.A. 2003. Field and research results of mechanical hatching egg sanitization. Poultry USA.

Class 1 Integron-Associated Tobramycin-Gentamicin Resistance in Campylobacter jejuni Isolated from the Broiler Chicken House Environment - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Lee, M.D., Sanchez, S., Zimmer, M., Idris, U., Berrang, M.E., Mcdermott, P. 2002. Class 1 integron-associated antimicrobial resistance in campylobacter jejuni isolated from broiler chickens and their environment. Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy. 46:3660-3664.

Effect of Packaging Film Thickness on Thermal Inactivation of Salmonella and Listeria Innocua in Fully Cooked Chicken Breast Meat - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Murphy, R.Y., Duncan, L.K., Berrang, M.E., Driscoll, K.H., Marcy, J.A. 2002. Effect of packaging film thickness on thermal inactivation of salmonella and listeria innocua in fully cooked chicken breast meat. Journal of Food Science. 67:3435-3440.

Recovery of Bacteria from Broiler Carcass Respiratory Tracts Before and after Immersion Scalding - (Abstract)

Buhr, R.J., Berrang, M.E., Cason Jr, J.A. 2002. Recovery of bacteria from broiler carcass respiratory tracts before and after immersion scalding. [abstract] Poultry Science Association. 81(suppl.1):149.

Thermal Inactivation D and Z Values of Salmonella and Listeria Innocua in Fully Cooked and Vacuum Packaged Chicken Breast Meat During Postcook Heat Treatment - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Murphy, R.Y., Berrang, M.E., Duncan, L.K., Marcy, J.A., Johnson, R.E., Wolfe, R.E. 2002. Thermal inactivation d and z values of salmonella and listeria innocua in fully cooked and vacuum packaged chicken breast meat during postcook heat treatment. Poultry Science. 81:1578-1583.

Molecular Characterization of Listeria Monocytogenes Isolated from a Poultry Further Processing Facility and Fully Cooked Product - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Berrang, M.E., Meinersmann, R.J., Northcutt, J.K., Smith, D.P. 2002. Molecular characterization of listeria monocytogenes isolated from a poultry further processing facility and fully cooked product. Journal of Food Protection. 65:1574-1579.

Comparison of Sampling Methods for the Detection of Salmonellae on Whole Broiler Carcasses - (Abstract)

Simmons, M., Fletcher, D.L., Berrang, M.E., Cason Jr, J.A. 2002. Comparison of sampling methods for the detection of salmonellae on whole broiler carcasses. Poultry Science. 81 (supp1):49 (abstract).

Effect of Inoculation and Application Methods on the Performance of Chemicals Used to Disinfect Salmonella Contaminated Hatching Eggs - (Abstract)

Musgrove, M.T., Cox Jr, N.A., Berrang, M.E., Buhr, R.J., Bailey, J.S., Mauldin, J.M. 2002. Effect of inoculation and application methods on the performance of chemicals used to disinfect salmonella contaminated hatching eggs [abstract]. Poultry Science Association Meeting Abstract. 80:16.

Comparison of Carcass Weep V. Rinse for Campylobacter Recovery in Retail Broiler Carcasses - (Abstract)

Musgrove, M.T., Cox Jr, N.A., Hiett, K.L., Stern, N.J., Lowman, R., Berrang, M.E., Harrison, M.A., Alfreddson, G. 2002. Comparison of carcass weep v. rinse for campylobacter recovery in retail broiler carcasses. Poultry Science Association Meeting Abstract. 80:48

Role of Transport Coop Fecal Contamination in the Transfer of Campylobacter to Carcasses of Previously Negative Broilers - (Abstract)

Berrang, M.E., Northcutt, J.K., Fletcher, D.L., Cox Jr, N.A. 2002. Role of transport coop fecal contamination in the transfer of campylobacter to carcasses of previously negative broilers. [abstract] Poultry Science. 81(suppl.1):47-48.

Postcook Pasteurization to Reduce Listeria Monocytogenes in Fully Cooked and Vacuum-Packaged Chicken Breast Meat Products - (Abstract)

Murphy, R.Y., Berrang, M.E., Beard, B.L. 2002. Postcook pasteurization to reduce listeria monocytogenes in fully cooked and vacuum-packaged chicken breast meat products. [abstract] Poultry Science.

Effect of Commercial Bird Washers on Broiler Carcass Microbiological Characteristics and Waste Water Quality - (Abstract)

Northcutt, J.K., Berrang, M.E., Smith, D.P., Jones, D.R. 2002. Effect of commercial bird washers on broiler carcass microbiological characteristics and waste water quality. [abstract] Poultry Science Association.81:(suppl.1):49.