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Expert Environmental Monitoring & Listeria Testing for Food Manufacturers

PhD-led EMP design, Zone 1–4 sampling, and Listeria species detection. FSMA-compliant. Accredited lab.

  • FSMA Compliant

  • Accredited Lab

  • 24–48 Hr Results
  • PhD-Led Team
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Expert Environmental Monitoring & Listeria Testing for Food Manufacturers

PhD-led EMP design, Zone 1–4 sampling, and Listeria species detection. FSMA-compliant. Accredited lab.

  • FSMA Compliant

  • Accredited Lab

  • 24–48 Hr Results
  • PhD-Led Team

Why Environmental Monitoring Matters

Environmental monitoring is no longer optional, it’s a requirement. Food manufacturers face significant regulatory and business risks without a documented, science-backed EMP program.

Recall Costs
$10M+ average cost per food recall. A single Listeria outbreak can devastate your business, brand reputation, and customer trust.

FSMA Requirement
The FDA’s Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) mandates documented environmental monitoring programs. Non-compliance risks enforcement action and liability.

Persistent Pathogens
Listeria monocytogenes can survive and multiply in biofilms for years. Without regular testing, you won’t detect contamination until it’s in finished product.

Our Environmental Monitoring Services

Our Environmental Monitoring Services

EMP Program Design

Custom environmental monitoring programs tailored to your facility’s layout, products, and processes. Includes comprehensive Zone 1–4 sampling plans aligned with FSMA requirements.

Listeria Swab Testing

Rapid Listeria species detection via sponge and swab sampling. Results in 24–48 hours. Identifies presence and location of Listeria contamination across your production environment.

Environmental Swab Testing

Comprehensive environmental sampling across your entire production facility. Testing for Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli, and other pathogenic bacteria relevant to your product line.

Ongoing Monitoring

Recurring sampling schedules with trend analysis and corrective action support. Keep your program effective with regular testing and expert guidance on remediation strategies.

Quotes White

Food safety isn’t just compliance, it’s trust. Every test we run protects consumers and supports manufacturers who take safety seriously.

Dr. Peter Taormina, Founder & Chief Scientist
PhD in Food Science
30+ years of food safety experience
Former corporate food safety executive

Quotes White

Food safety isn’t just compliance, it’s trust. Every test we run protects consumers and supports manufacturers who take safety seriously.

Dr. Peter Taormina, Founder & Chief Scientist
PhD in Food Science
30+ years of food safety experience
Former corporate food safety executive

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Our Mission

Our focus on sustainability, quality, and efficiency empowers your business to thrive in the evolving food and beverage industry. With our support, you can unlock growth opportunities, streamline processes, and build a strong foundation for long-term success.

Why Choose Etna Food Safety

Why Choose Etna Food Safety

PhD-Led Expertise

Founded by Dr. Peter Tarantino, a PhD food scientist with 30+ years of food safety experience and former corporate food safety executive. Science-backed guidance, not just lab testing.

Accredited Laboratory

Our ISO 17025 accredited facility ensures reliable, defensible results. Your testing data is accepted by regulators and stands up to scrutiny during audits and investigations.

Southeast-Based

Located in Jacksonville, FL. We understand the unique food manufacturing environment of the Southeast and regional regulatory landscape.

Dedicated Food Focus

We work exclusively with food manufacturers, not a general laboratory. Deep expertise in food facility environmental monitoring, FSMA compliance, and pathogen control strategies.

Sustainable solutions & Lasting Outcomes

Whether you are a startup looking to launch a new product or an established brand aiming to revamp your operations, our science-backed approach ensures that we meet your specific goals and challenges. By combining cutting-edge technology, industry knowledge, and creative thinking, we help you stay ahead of trends, meet regulatory standards, and deliver products that exceed customer expectations.

Sustainable solutions & Lasting Outcomes

Whether you are a startup looking to launch a new product or an established brand aiming to revamp your operations, our science-backed approach ensures that we meet your specific goals and challenges. By combining cutting-edge technology, industry knowledge, and creative thinking, we help you stay ahead of trends, meet regulatory standards, and deliver products that exceed customer expectations.

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