According to Campden BRI, rapid testing techniques are becoming more widely used in food microbiology laboratories as part of the drive to produce faster and more accurate results. Conventional microbiology is also experiencing many changes with the onset of new media and confirmation kits, the company says.

A Campden BRI seminar, to be held on 8 June, will combine presentations from the areas of rapid and conventional testing, in particular:

• Presentations on new and emerging methods
• How to choose the correct method
• Manufacturer’s perspective on method selection
• Method validation considerations
• How to save time and money on microbiological analysis