Neogen® Unveils Advanced MDA2 Quantitative Salmonella Detection Solution

On January 16, 2025, Neogen® Corporation, a prominent player in food safety innovations, launched the MDA2 Quantitative Salmonella Molecular Detection Assay (MDA2QSAL96). This breakthrough kit serves as an essential tool aimed at enhancing food safety measures, especially for poultry producers.

The MDA2QSAL96 combines qualitative pathogen testing with Quantitative Rapid Enrichment Dehydrated (QRED) media, which facilitates controlled growth rates necessary for effective quantitation of Salmonella levels. This means that poultry producers can now accurately assess the efficacy of their processes and interventions against Salmonella.

Neogen's President and CEO, John Adent, expressed his enthusiasm about the launch, stating, "We are pleased to bring this advanced technology to our customers, helping them enhance their food safety program and address the challenges within the poultry industry. This assay resolves several shortcomings associated with existing solutions, offering improved sensitivity, accuracy, and a user-friendly experience."

This innovative molecular detection assay is designed for ease of use, streamlining workflows while providing high consistency and sensitivity. It efficiently tests poultry rinses and ground poultry meat, ultimately saving valuable time and resources for producers.

The MDA2QSAL96 joins a suite of next-generation assays within Neogen’s Molecular Detection System, which already includes tests for several pathogens such as Salmonella, E. coli O157 (including H7), and Listeria species. This broad testing capability supports food processors, academic institutions, government entities, and contract testing laboratories across more than 40 countries.

Neogen’s award-winning platform relies on state-of-the-art technologies combining isothermal DNA amplification and bioluminescence detection to achieve a testing solution that is not only rapid and accurate but also cost-effective.

Additionally, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has recognized the Neogen Molecular Detection System as the primary detection method for Salmonella, Listeria monocytogenes, and various other pathogens. This underscores the system's credibility and effectiveness within the food industry.

For those interested in integrating the MDA2QSAL96 into their food safety protocols, Neogen encourages contacting local representatives or visiting their website for further details.

With its commitment to advancing food security worldwide through scientific innovation, Neogen Corporation continues to set the standard for excellence in the food safety sector. As the company expands its reach across 140 countries, it remains focused on supporting the health and well-being of both humans and animals, critical components of a secure food future.