Clostridium botulinum in Dairy: Risk, Control, and Prevention Strategies – A Live Expert Roundtable

May 4, 2026 (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Eastern Time)

Webinar Description

Organized by the Dairy Quality and Safety PDG

Join us for a live, interactive roundtable discussion with industry experts as we explore where risk emerges in dairy systems (e.g., on dairy farms) and what practical control strategies work in real-world operations. This session will provide actionable insights for food manufacturing professionals and the larger food safety community.

Topics to discuss will include understanding the hazard of Clostridium botulinum, the 2025-2026 outbreak of infant botulism in US, and managing risks in the dairy industry through prevention and control strategies. The webinar will have a specific focus on dairy powders but may cover other dry products.

Learning Objectives:Explore how Clostridium botulinum risk emerges in dairy systems
Review the 2025-2026 US outbreak
Discuss practical strategies for managing Clostridium botulinum