Microbiology

Food & Agricultural Microbiology

Food and agricultural microbiology examines microbial roles in food safety, fermentation, crop productivity, and sustainable farming. Understanding beneficial microbes helps improve soil fertility, plant growth, and resistance to pathogens. Microbial inoculants, biofertilizers, and biocontrol agents reduce dependence on chemical inputs and support environmentally friendly agriculture. Food microbiology focuses on spoilage prevention, pathogen detection, and development of safer processing methods. Fermentation technologies enhance food quality, flavor, and nutritional value across global cuisines. Rapid diagnostics, genomic surveillance, and predictive modeling strengthen food safety systems. Integrating microbial insights into agriculture improves resilience against climate stress and enhances food security.