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Agriculture and agrofood production
Cleaning and hygiene products play a vital role in protecting the safety and integrity of Europe’s food chain.
Across farms, food processing plants, storage facilities and transport systems, hygiene solutions help prevent contamination and ensure food products remain safe for consumers. They also support animal welfare and help producers comply with food.
Examples of products used on farms and in agrofood production
Food-safe disinfectants
CIP (Clean-in-Place) systems
Equipment sanitisers
Animal housing cleaners
Milking equipment cleaners
Footbath disinfectants
Surface degreasers
Pest and insect control products
Air and odour management products
Vehicle and transport cleaning products
The key role of cleaning & hygiene products
Ensure compliance with food safety regulations
Support cleaner and safer working environments
Promote confidence in the safety and quality of food production
Prevent contamination of food products
Reduce spread of pathogens between animals, facilities and products
Maintain hygiene standards in processing plants
Key facts
Not all bacteria are harmful, but controlling harmful strains is essential for food safety and public health
Salmonella and Listeria can survive for weeks on improperly cleaned equipment
Biofilms in food production facilities can protect harmful bacteria from removal
Rodents and insects are major vectors for food contamination
Cross-contamination is one of the leading causes of foodborne illness outbreaks
Clean agricultural and production environments help support animal welfare and worker wellbeing