What Food Recalls Tell Us About Food Safety in 2026
06/07/2026
Food safety remains one of the strongest trust signals in the food system. FSANZ’s latest recall data shows 92 food recalls in 2025, above the
Astrabio is an Australian biotech company advancing process engineering and quality assurance innovation for the global food and agricultural sectors.
Data & Sensing: The Pathogen Pressure Map
Rapid detection kits and connected sensors identify harmful bacteria early and generate a real-time map of pathogen pressure across the processing environment.
AI: Predictive Risk Intelligence
Analyzing microbiological data to estimate bacterial load, assess contamination risk, and produce predictive treatment recommendations.
Biological: Precision Strike
Targeted bacteriophage formulations are deployed at critical intervention points to neutralize pathogens efficiently.
Poultry processing facilities must constantly control pathogens such as Salmonella, Listeria, and E. coli that can persist across multiple stages of production. Conventional chemical treatments are often broad, increasingly regulated, and less aligned with industry demand for safer solutions.
Astrabio uses naturally occurring bacteriophages to precisely target these harmful bacteria. This targeted biological approach reduces pathogens without affecting product quality, equipment, or beneficial microflora, helping processors strengthen food safety while reducing reliance on chemical interventions.
We optimize production environments to reduce waste and maximize yield through custom-engineered biological and mechanical solutions.
Our expertise in HACCP and PCP frameworks is enhanced by real-time data integration, ensuring our partners stay ahead of global audit standards.
While our solutions are scalable, our deep-rooted focus on the broader food and poultry sectors allows us to solve industry-specific “pain points” with surgical precision.
Develop and manufacture phage solutions in Australia, targeting region-specific bacterial strains to improve effectiveness, safety, and biosecurity outcomes.
Food safety remains one of the strongest trust signals in the food system. FSANZ’s latest recall data shows 92 food recalls in 2025, above the
Food safety remains one of the most significant challenges facing Australia’s food industry. Beyond protecting public health, effective food safety management is increasingly recognised as
Food manufacturers are under growing pressure to reduce contamination risk while maintaining product quality, shelf life, and operational efficiency. Traditional sanitation methods remain essential, but