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:
Learn how to prevent, manage, and respond to a USDA NR (noncompliance record) in USDA-regulated facilities. This guide offers practical tips for minimizing USDA noncompliance records through strong food safety systems, communication, and expert support.
In this episode of The Scoop, host Keren Breiterman speaks with Chief Science Officer, Daryl Sullivan about the evolution of infant formula testing standards and his role in shaping them.
There are many ways to sell and distribute authorized food packaging materials on the US market. One pathway for introducing new food contact substances to the U.S. market is by submitting a Food Contact Notification (FCN) to the FDA for premarket approval. Watch our webinar exploring the FDA’s authorization process for new food contact substances, focusing on migration testing and safety evaluation. Originally Aired on June 4, 2025
Regulatory agencies such as the FDA and the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) have recently proposed and/or finalized several regulations pertaining to the labeling of food & beverages. Read our blog for a straight-forward explanation of the latest updates.
Our "Behind the Science" series looks at food testing from the perspective of the testers and industry experts who devote their careers to it. In this episode, Eurofins Chief Scientific Officer, Dr. Doug Marshall speaks with Senior Analytical Services Manager, Mollie Van Alst about "healthy" labeling claims. Originally recorded on April 23, 2025
Watch this webinar for a discussion on the background behind AAFCO’s recommended method and other commonly used methods, with a focus on which dietary fiber component each method quantifies, and scenarios where it is appropriate to use an alternate method. Original Air Date: April 16, 2025
When it comes to food safety and regulatory compliance, acidified foods stand out as a unique category that demands careful attention. These shelf-stable products, ranging from pickled vegetables to tangy condiments, rely on precise pH control and proper processing to ensure they remain safe and stable for consumers. In this webinar, we’ll simplify the complexities of acid and acidified foods, breaking down key factors regarding microbiological safety, stability, and regulatory compliance.
The goal of the FDA's proposed rule for Front-of-Package (FOP) nutrition labeling is to require easily noticeable and obvious nutrition information. Check out our infographic about the FDA's proposed rule for front-of-package (FOP) nutrition labeling.
This webinar explores approaches to method and monograph development while maintaining safety and quality standards specific to the OTC and Dietary Supplement industries. The speakers share industry insights regarding current state and potential changes with a changing administration. Original Air Date: February 24, 2025.
As part of an effort to promote public health, the FDA has updated the requirements that food must meet in order to use the “healthy” claim on their labels. Our infographic gives background on the update and a high-level view of the criteria.
