Milk and dairy products form a central part of the human diet, as they are rich
in nutrients. On the other hand, because of their high nutrient value, they
favour rapid microbial growth. In some cases, this microbial growth is
beneficial, while in others it is undesirable. Dairy products may be
contaminated with pathogens or microbial toxins; therefore, the microbiology of
these products is of key interest to those in the dairy industry. 'Microbiology
Handbook - Dairy Products' provides readers with an easy-to-use reference to
microorganisms found in milk and dairy products. The handbook covers: initial
microflora; sources of contamination; effects of processing on the survival and
growth