Canvi climàtic i seguretat alimentària microbiològica
Abstract
Climate change constitutes a crosscutting challenge affecting every stage of the food supply chain, from production to distribution and consumption. The increase in global temperatures and the variability of meteorological patterns directly influence the proliferation and distribution of biological hazards, which may lead to a rise in foodborne illnesses.
Factors such as temperature, precipitation, pH, salinity, and light intensity play a crucial role in food contamination and safety. Changes in these parameters can affect both the presence of pathogens and the quality of crops and food products, thus bearing on the availability of drinking water and increasing the risk of contamination at various stages of processing.
Given the complex climate change scenario, a global focus that integrates human and animal health with environmental changes is imperative. This approach should be manifest in the revision and adaptation of control systems, the development of risk modelling frameworks and the implementation of preventive measures based on the detected changes. The systematic collection of epidemiological data, the development of new technologies for hazard detection and monitoring, and enhanced collaboration between authorities, industry, and the scientific community will be key to adapting to the new scenarios arising from climate change.
Keywords
Climate change; Microbiological food safetyBibliographic citation
Comitè Científic Assessor de Seguretat Alimentària. Canvi climàtic i seguretat alimentària microbiològica. Barcelona: Agència Catalana de Seguretat Alimentària; 2025.
Audience
Professionals
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