In this episode of Cultivating Curiosity, we explore the long, illustrious career of Larry Beuchat, professor emeritus at UGA’s Center for Food Safety. Larry shares his journey from Penn State to Quaker Oats, where he worked on iconic projects like candies for the film “Willy Wonka,” and then to UGA, where he spent over 50 years in food safety research.
Larry discusses the evolution of research funding, his passion for mentoring students and emerging food safety challenges. He emphasizes the role of prevention and consumer awareness in tackling foodborne illnesses.
