Keith Belk

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.

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USP Chapter 2021 & 2022 Microbiological Testing Updates Frequently Asked Questions

Important upcoming updates to USP Chapters <2021> and <2022 went into effect on April 1, 2026. These changes modify several microbiological testing requirements, including incubation times, suitability testing, and enrichment steps for specific organisms. Check out our answers to frequently asked questions about the updates.

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Prop 65 and Contaminants in Dietary Supplements FAQ

How does Prop 65 relate to dietary supplements? How do I test for heavy metals in dietary supplements to ensure compliance with Prop 65? Is Prop 65 specific to California? Get the answers to these questions and more!

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Nutrient Analysis of Dietary Supplements: White Paper and FAQ

Manufacturers and marketers of dietary supplements often have questions about what testing is required for Supplement Facts labels. This white paper is intended to provide information to help companies make informed choices about the testing and claims made on dietary supplements.

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