Researchers in the US have said they may have found a method of beating the potentially lethal food poisoning bacteria listeria.

Go deeper with GlobalData

Data Insights

The gold standard of business intelligence.

Find out more


Professor Jimmy Keeton and colleagues at Texas A&M University say a simple organic acid can stop the harmful bug.


Studying the effects of a number of different substances on frankfurters infected with a high level of listeria, the researchers found that acidified calcium sulphate was the only substance of those tested that could kill the bacteria and prevent it from returning.


Listeria can cause a variety of harmful medical conditions and it is estimated that around one in five cases of listeria results in death.


The results of this study, which was funded by the American Meat Institute, have been submitted to the USDA, reported BBC Online.

How well do you really know your competitors?

Access the most comprehensive Company Profiles on the market, powered by GlobalData. Save hours of research. Gain competitive edge.

Company Profile – free sample

Thank you!

Your download email will arrive shortly

Not ready to buy yet? Download a free sample

We are confident about the unique quality of our Company Profiles. However, we want you to make the most beneficial decision for your business, so we offer a free sample that you can download by submitting the below form

By GlobalData
Visit our Privacy Policy for more information about our services, how we may use, process and share your personal data, including information of your rights in respect of your personal data and how you can unsubscribe from future marketing communications. Our services are intended for corporate subscribers and you warrant that the email address submitted is your corporate email address.

Following recent outbreaks in the US, the country’s government is investigating ways to reduce listeria contamination.