Keith Belk, PhD
Dr. Keith Belk is the Director of Eurofins’ Advanced Learning Institute and Professor and Holder of the Monfort Endowed Chair, Center for Meat Safety & Quality, Colorado State University (CSU), and as an Adjunct Professor in the Colorado School of Public Health. Previously, he served as Professor and Head of the Department of Animal Sciences at CSU. He earned B.S. and M.S. degrees from CSU, and a Ph.D. from Texas A&M University. He currently serves in a consulting role as the Director of Education for Eurofins Rapid Microbiology Laboratories, LLC. Dr. Belk is also a member of the International Committee for the National Western Stock Show, the Board of Directors for the International Stockmen’s Educational Foundation, on the Academic Advisory Committee for the Meat Institute Protein PACT, and on the technical advisory committees for Sustainable Beef, JBS, Colorado Premium Foods, and Hawkins.
Below are resources from Dr. Keith Belk:
Explore the food safety concerns surrounding Bisphenol A (BPA) in packaging, its potential health risks, and emerging alternatives like BPAF, BP, BPF, and BPS.
Discover how The National Food Lab, Eurofins Product Development Center of Excellence, helped an entrepreneur turn an idea into a successful wellness brand, developing and commercializing functional herbal teas in just 10 months.
With rising demand for A2-type dairy, precise A1/A2 testing is essential. Eurofins' advanced LCMS technology ensures product integrity and consumer confidence in a transparent food supply chain. Learn about the structure of A1/A2 and the importance of testing.
Discover how we helped a client reformulate their restaurant-crafted simmer sauces for retail success—reducing sodium from 2,000 mg to 200 mg per serving while preserving the bold, authentic flavors that made them a customer favorite.
Discover how to reduce sodium without sacrificing taste or functionality in food and beverage products. This white paper explores formulation strategies, technical insights, and best practices for achieving sodium reduction while maintaining consumer appeal.
Join us for an informative session focused on understanding and solving common food packaging failures. Whether you're dealing with leaking, corrosion, or unexpected damage during distribution, identifying the root cause is essential to maintaining product quality, safety, and brand trust. Originally Aired on May 14, 2025
Bringing food and beverage ideas to market takes more than creativity—it demands technical expertise, strategic planning, and cross-functional collaboration. This roadmap infographic highlights the seven stages from idea to product launch.
California Bill 899 aims to safeguard public health by strengthening regulations around product safety. Its potential impact on baby food testing is particularly critical, as it addresses the need for heightened scrutiny in this vital industry. Check out our infographic to learn about the new requirements and why they matter.
As the global food industry continues to evolve, understanding and mitigating the risks associated with mycotoxins is more critical than ever. This session will provide a comprehensive overview of mycotoxins, exploring their sources, types, and the severe health and economic impacts they can have. We will discuss advanced detection methods and monitoring strategies that are essential for maintaining food safety standards. Originally Aired on May 6, 2025
Listen to our webinar covering general and specific methods for protein measurement, especially for protein claims in foods, beverages, and dietary supplements. Dan Berg, Senior Analytical Services Manager for Eurofins Food Chemistry Testing, share how to use analytical data to establish and verify label claims, protein quality, % Daily Value from PDCAAS, and protein characterization. Originally Aired on April 30, 2025
