EU LISTERIA REGULATION 2026: WHY WATER ACTIVITY MATTERS FOR READY-TO-EAT FOOD SAFETY
Since July 1, 2026, the regulatory requirements for Listeria monocytogenes in ready-to-eat foods have become stricter in the European Union. For QC, QA and food safety teams, this is more than a regulatory update. It is a clear signal that scientific evidence, shelf-life validation and documented product control are becoming even more important for ready-to-eat…
