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:
Whole genome sequencing is no longer just a research tool. It’s a critical asset in food safety, outbreak response, and public health protection. Read our blog to learn more about whole genome sequencing and how it helps us better understand organisms like Salmonella and Cronobacter in food and infant formula.
Eurofins announces the formation of Eurofins Rapid Microbiology Laboratories, LLC, enhancing rapid testing speed, accuracy, and service for U.S. perishable markets.
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.
This research poster demonstrates how BACGene real-time PCR enables accurate Salmonella detection in frozen vegetable matrices.
This research poster demonstrates how BACGene real-time PCR enables accurate Listeria monocytogenes and Listeria species detection in frozen vegetable matrices.
Discover why CFIA mandates 1500g lettuce testing for romaine imports from U.S. regions, how larger sample sizes improve detection of E. coli O157:H7, and the differences between pooling subsamples and direct 1500g testing methods. Learn key compliance, validation, and risk management considerations for growers, shippers, and buyers to ensure food safety and maintain market access.
The demand for speed in food production and distribution continues to increase, driven by consumer expectations for freshness, short product shelf lives, and regulatory compliance requirements. In this environment, rapid pathogen detection methods have become essential tools for timely decision-making and effective food safety management. This webinar will provide a technical overview of commercially available rapid methods for detecting key foodborne pathogens, including Salmonella, Listeria spp., and L. monocytogenes. Originally Recorded on August 20, 2025.
Ensure compliance and product safety with Eurofins' USP Microbiology Services. Learn how USP Testing and Suitability Testing help validate methods for dietary supplements, probiotics, and botanicals while avoiding false negatives and regulatory pitfalls.
Eurofins Microbiology Laboratory (EML) New England adds Alicyclobacillus spp. testing to its ISO 17025:2017 scope of biological services. This is an expansion to their existing scope that includes routine pathogen and indicator organism testing for food, food products, beverages, environmental samples, and pet food.
