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:
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.
The FDA and USDA are seeking public input to define ultra-processed foods (UPFs), aiming to shape future labeling, regulation, and consumer awareness. Learn how this RFI could impact food policy and public health.
Grain trading, especially in commodities like soybeans, relies on accurate lab analysis to determine quality and compliance. But when discrepancies arise between a supplier and a buyer, these disagreements can stall deals and generate costly conflict. That’s where referee testing steps in. Click to read about this crucial process that maintains trust and transparency.
Discover how dietary supplement companies can proactively mitigate risk—from sourcing to packaging—to protect product integrity, brand reputation, and consumer trust.
With the overall market movement towards "better for you" foods, many companies have already started adding new or reformulated products to their portfolios. Click to read our blog about the market action being taken and strategies companies have deployed to appeal to the Make America Healthy Again movement.
Did you know the history of Eurofins Food Chemistry Testing, Inc. in Madison, Wisconsin dates back to 1929? Check out our infographic to learn more about the rich history of the laboratory.
Discover expert insights into navigating Out-of-Specification (OOS) results and CAPA investigations. Learn key steps and strategies our technical team uses to resolve unexpected analytical outcomes effectively.
Explore a real-world OOS case study where collaborative investigation revealed formulation challenges as the root cause. Learn how targeted troubleshooting helped a client improve product consistency and manufacturing protocols.
Learn how a lab resolved inconsistent OOS results in a vitamin chew by identifying a wax-related dissolution issue. Discover how method adjustments and tailored procedural notes improved accuracy for unique formulations.
Get key insights from the MAHA Commission’s second report, released September 9, outlining strategic steps for implementation and updates to its original findings.
