Andrzej Benkowski
Technical Manager, Probiotics & Dietary Supplements
As the Technical Manager at Eurofins Center of Excellence for Probiotics, Andrzej Benkowski brings over 18 years of expertise in biotics quality management, testing, and technology. With a strong technical background in food microbiology, Andrzej specializes in contract R&D, method development, and pioneering technologies for probiotic evaluation.
Since 2019, Andrzej has chaired the International Probiotic Association (IPA) Technical Committee and has been a member of the IPA Board of Directors since early 2024. He also contributes to the IPA Postbiotics Committee and has served as the IPA expert liaison with the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) TC34/SC9 Working Group 11 since 2022, co-convening their Enumeration Subgroup.
Andrzej is dedicated to advancing the biotics industry by setting rigorous standards and driving innovation with a focus on quality.
Outside of his professional and scientific achievements, Andrzej is a member of the Eurofins Madison Site Employee Engagement Team and manages the Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Program for the site. A founding member of the funk band Steez, he also plays saxophone, synthesizers, and vocals. Andrzej enjoys the outdoors, spending time with his family, and pretending to be a coffee aficionado. Additionally, he has a passion for collecting sneakers and fitted hats.
Below are resources from Andrzej:
This webinar from our Best-in-Class series, compiled and presented by Eurofins Advanced Learning Institute lead instructor Mike Cramer, provides an introductory lesson on Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) as they apply to food processing operations. Originally Aired on March 25, 2026
What is required on a pet supplement label? It depends on your product type and claims. This infographic guides you through key questions to ask when determining what is required for your pet supplement label.
This research poster evaluates how lactic acid interventions and high‑pressure pasteurization reduce Salmonella and Listeria in dried and fermented ready‑to‑eat salami.
Eurofins Rapid Microbiology Laboratories introduces the Advanced Learning Institute, offering accredited food safety training programs from HACCP, SQF, BRCGS, and FSPCA to practical courses on sanitation, Listeria management, auditing, and more for food manufacturers and professionals.
As the industry looks ahead, the International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) offers a pivotal launch point for 2026 and a chance for producers and processors to explore new solutions that strengthen operations. This webinar is designed to help you get a head start. Join us for a preview of the key issues, trends, and testing strategies we’re watching for the year ahead. Originally Aired on December 10, 2025
Bird Flu (H5N1) is spreading among birds, cattle, and humans. Experts warn it may be just one mutation away from human-to-human transmission.
The Innovative FEED Act proposes a modernized regulatory pathway for these zootechnical animal food substances, reclassifying them as food additives and enabling approval through the Food Additive Petition (FAP) process. This webinar provides insights from Eurofins’ experience navigating veterinary product development and highlight how legislative reform can unlock the next generation of feed solutions.
As global demand for animal protein continues to rise, producers, distributors, and suppliers face increasing pressure to meet complex veterinary drug compliance standards. This webinar offers a practical roadmap for navigating the regulatory landscape governing the export of animal protein, with a focus on FDA and USDA requirements, international certification processes, and emerging trade dynamics.
Discover how Eurofins demonstrates a proof of concept for Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) using Oxford Nanopore Technologies to accurately serotype and track Salmonella. Learn how this harmonized NGS approach improves global food safety with reliable, reproducible results.
This research poster demonstrates how BACGene real-time PCR enables accurate STEC detection in frozen vegetable matrices.
