pathogens

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In California, they require it to be sampled and tested monthly for pathogens.

From Salon • Jun. 22, 2026

In their inspection, agency officials also found the farm’s cheese had recently tested presumptively positive for pathogens even after 60 days, showing the limitations of its aging process.

From Salon • Jun. 22, 2026

The sticky part is deciding how the benefits deriving from pathogens are defined and then shared, how the system is governed, and how equity is guaranteed.

From Barron's • Jun. 15, 2026

This allows some pathogens to persist longer in drinking water systems and potentially spread more effectively.

From Science Daily • Jun. 6, 2026

The failure of bee colonies was caused by a wide range of factors, including but not limited to pathogens, pests, pesticides, pollutants, habitat loss, climate variability, agricultural production intensification, and crop management practices.

From "The First State of Being" by Erin Entrada Kelly