The presence of bacteria, viruses, and fungi in food and food products. This term is not restricted to pathogenic organisms: the presence of various non-pathogenic bacteria and fungi in cheeses and wines, for example, is included in this concept.
Microbiology, Food
D005519
Food Preservation
Procedures or techniques used to keep food from spoiling.
Preservation, Food
D014675
Vegetables
A food group comprised of EDIBLE PLANTS or their parts.