The book is a complete treatise on food microbiology and also includes food spoilage during chemical changes caused by micro-organisms. The reference textbook caters to the requirement of the syllabus prescribed by various Indian universities for undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Btech (Food Technology/Environmental Biotechnology/ Microbiology) and BSc/MSc in Biotechnology and Microbiology. It will also prove useful to industrialists and consultants in food processing/food technology.