Neogen® Listeria Solutions for Food Safety Testing
Detect Listeria with confidence with industry-leading testing solutions.
Listeria is one of the most dangerous foodborne pathogens. Undetected contamination can lead to costly recalls, regulatory action, and risk to public health. Routine Listeria food safety testing and environmental monitoring help with food safety compliance while protecting your brand and consumers.
Early Detection Can Save Much More Than Time.
Neogen provides solutions that are cost effective and easy to use. Reduce time without sacrificing accuracy thanks to its innovative technologies that help you to ensure the quality and protection you always offer to the consumers.
Validated. Trusted. Supported.
- Accurate & Reliable
- Meets USDA FSIS Guidelines
- Backed by Expert Technical Support
- Validated by Third Parties such as AOAC® INTERNATIONAL, MicroVal and AFNOR
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Listeria Detection Solutions
Advancing Listeria Detection: Confident Results, Faster Decisions
Neogen® Molecular Detection Assay – Listeria Right Now™
Optimize your workflow with faster, simpler testing by incorporating Listeria Right Now into your environmental monitoring program.
Now, you can complete testing, read results, reclean, and retest all in the same shift, while receiving actionable results in about two hours from the standard 24-48 hours.
Now an AOAC PTM Validated Test
Listeria Right Now™ is now AOAC certified (AOAC Performance Tested Method℠ Certification No. 042604), providing added confidence in method performance and supporting audit-ready, defensible results
Neogen® Molecular Detection Assay 2 (MDA 2)
Listeria spp., Listeria monocytogenes
Neogen MDA 2 - Listeria monocytogenes is the primary detection method used by the USDA FSIS.
Using isothermal amplification and bioluminescence, the new generation MDAs provide the speed and accuracy you need to help ensure the quality of your product and protect end consumers.
Reduce time without sacrificing accuracy thanks to its innovative technologies that help you to ensure the quality and protection you always offer to the consumers
Neogen® Petrifilm® Environmental Listeria Plate
The Neogen® Petrifilm® Environmental Listeria Plate provides quantitative results, allowing food manufacturers to track Listeria trends over time rather than relying solely on presence/absence testing.
This sample ready culture medium contains selective agents, nutrients, a cold-water-soluble gelling agent, and a chromogenic indicator to facilitate easy Listeria colony detection in environmental samples.
Featured Industries
Where and How to Test for Listeria
Whether you're testing finished products, raw ingredients, or facility surfaces, our Listeria tests support every step of your food safety program.
Food Processing & Manufacturing Facilities
- Production lines & conveyor belts
- Food contact surfaces (e.g., cutting boards, knives, slicers)
- Storage areas & cold rooms
- Packaging equipment
Raw Ingredients & Finished Products
- Dairy products (cheese, milk, ice cream)
- Ready-to-eat foods (deli meats, salads, sandwiches)
- Seafood & smoked fish
- Fruits & vegetables (especially pre-cut)
Water & Environmental Surfaces
- Drainage systems & floor surfaces
- Air vents & HVAC systems
- Waste disposal areas
- Cleaning & sanitization stations
Best Practices for Listeria Testing & Prevention
Test High-Risk Areas Regularly – Focus on cold storage, drains, and food contact surfaces.
Use a Combination of Testing Methods – Lab tests for confirmation, rapid tests for daily monitoring.
Monitor & Document All Results – Ensure compliance with FDA & USDA regulations.
Implement Corrective Actions Immediately – If Listeria is detected, sanitize the area and retest.
Train Employees on Listeria Prevention – Ensure proper hygiene, cleaning, and food handling protocols.
Not sure how to test for Listeria in food? We can help you select the right method.
With our extended portfolio of world-class solutions and a world-class support team, we can help you implement Listeria control best practices suited for your needs.
