A review of current methods using bacteriophages in live animals, food and animal products intended for human consumption

• A consideration of the use of bacteriophages in live animal research.
• A review of the uses of bacteriophages in raw and processed foods.
• Discussion of bacteriophage delivery routes in relation to type of food/animal.
• Consideration of the ethical implications of bacteriophages in foods.
• Discussion of possible future bacteriophage-food research avenues.

Bacteriophages are utilised in the food industry as biocontrol agents to reduce the load of bacteria, and thus reduce potential for human infection. This review focuses on current methods using bacteriophages within the food chain. Limitations of research will be discussed, and the potential for future food-based bacteriophage research.