If UV light is applied to tomatoes in a processing
line, it is likely that not all spots on the tomatoes will be directly
exposed to the UV light as tomatoes will be rolling on the conveyer
belt. Thus, effectiveness of UV-C light in reducing Salmonella
contamination on different locations on tomato surfaces needs to
be determined. In addition, efficacy of UV light in reducing Salmonella
contamination on food contact surfaces commonly
encountered in tomato handling facilities is also of interest.