Regulations, food safety

Control of Listeria monocytogenes in ready-to-eat foods: toward a major shift in European regulations

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Apr

Control of Listeria monocytogenes in ready-to-eat foods: toward a major shift in European regulations

Published on: April 13, 2026

By Solène DETEIX – April 2026

Introduction

The publication of Regulation (EU) 2024/2895 marks a major step forward in the control of Listeria monocytogenes in ready-to-eat foods.


By strengthening the requirements applicable throughout the product lifecycle, this new regulation now requires operators to provide documented evidence of hazard control up to the best-by date.


Learn about the key regulatory changes, the tools available to demonstrate control of Listeria monocytogenes (challenge tests, predictive microbiology), and the practical implications for manufacturers’ hygiene control plans.


To read the full article, download it here: TechTime Article – April 2026 – Listeria monocytogenes

Have a question? Contact Solène DETEIX, Assistant Project Manager, Microbiology: sdeteix@ctcpa.org
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