Contaminations with Bacillus anthracis - In BAV Newsletter 04/2014
Jun 16, 2017 - Foods
Contaminations with Bacillus anthracis - In BAV Newsletter 04/2014
The rapid alert portals of the authorities warned about meat and meat preparations (e.g. beef, corned beef, beef sausages, beef roulades) that might be contaminated with Bacillus anthracis. However, the BfR has meanwhile already given the all-clear for consumers.
Bacillus anthracis is the causative agent of anthrax. The bacterium belongs to the group of Gram-positive rods and forms exceptionally resilient spores. Furthermore, the anthrax toxin produced by the bacterium is highly toxic.