Food safety is critical, with foodborne outbreaks causing serious health risks and an estimated $15.6 billion annual economic impact

Current decontamination methods face challenges – chemical treatments pose health and environmental concerns, while physical techniques require high energy and cost. FDA-approved UV-C technology is emerging as a promising solution.far UV-C (222 NM) light offers enhanced disinfection while being safer for human exposure, unlike traditional UV-C.?when combined with 405 NM led light, the two wavelengths create a synergistic effect, improving safety, disinfection speed, range, and penetration into food tissues.to address this, eden park illumination is partnering with food scientists at the university of illinois to develop a compact, high-performance dual-wavelength (222 NM/405 NM) module for effective food decontamination. Phase II will focus on scaling up the technology for large-scale food processing applications. This initiative not only enhances UV-C safety and effectiveness but also supports the USDA's mission to ensure a safe, nutritious, and reliable food supply for the U.S. And beyond.