Resumo O presente estudo envolve a análise química e bacteriológica de água de diferentes fontes, ou seja, furo, poços, garrafa e torneira, dos distritos de Peshawar, Mardan, Swat e Kohat da província de Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Paquistão. De cada distrito, 50 amostras de água (10 amostras de cada fonte), independentemente do status urbano e rural, foram coletadas dessas fontes e analisadas para sulfatos, nitratos, nitritos, cloretos, sólidos solúveis totais e coliformes (E. coli). Os resultados indicaram que a maioria das fontes de água tinha uma contagem inaceitável de E. coli, ou seja, > 34 UFC / 100 mL. As amostras positivas para E. coli foram elevadas no distrito de Mardan, seguido por Kohat, Swat e distrito de Peshawar. Além disso, algumas fontes de água também foram contaminadas quimicamente por diferentes fertilizantes inorgânicos (nitratos/nitritos de sódio, potássio), mas em níveis seguros, enquanto os resíduos agrícolas e industriais (compostos de cloreto e sulfato) estavam em níveis inseguros. Entre todos os distritos, a qualidade da água foi considerada comparativamente mais deteriorada nos distritos de Kohat e Mardan do que nos distritos de Peshawar e Swat. Essas fontes de água química e bacteriologicamente impróprias para beber podem causar problemas à saúde humana.

Abstract The present study involves the chemical and bacteriological analysis of water from different sources i.e., bore, wells, bottle, and tap, from Peshawar, Mardan, Swat and Kohat districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) province, Pakistan. From each district, 50 water samples (10 samples from each source), regardless of urban and rural status, were collected from these sources and analysed for sulphates, nitrates, nitrites, chlorides, total soluble solids and coliforms (E. coli). Results indicated that majority of the water sources had unacceptable E. coli count i.e.> 34 CFU/100mL. E. coli positive samples were high in Mardan District, followed by Kohat, Swat and Peshawar district. Besides this, the some water sources were also chemically contaminated by different inorganic fertilizers (nitrates/nitrites of sodium, potassium) but under safe levels whereas agricultural and industrial wastes (chloride and sulphate compounds) were in unsafe range. Among all districts, the water quality was found comparatively more deteriorated in Kohat and Mardan districts than Peshawar and Swat districts. Such chemically and bacteriologically unfit water sources for drinking and can cause human health problems.

Resumen Introducción: La acuacultura de truchas ha incrementado gradualmente en las tierras altas de Costa Rica. Las aguas residuales de esta actividad son descartadas directamente en los ríos, sin tratamientos previos. Como consecuencia, la actividad truchícola puede contaminar severamente el agua de los ríos con bacterias que pueden afectar la salud humana. Objetivo: Evaluar la contaminación bacteriana por la acuacultura de truchas en el río Savegre, Costa Rica. Métodos: Contamos los coliformes totales y Escherichia coli de muestras mensuales (2015-2018) en tres secciones del proyecto de acuacultura más grande de la cuenca alta del río. Recolectamos las muestras en la entrada de los estanques para las truchas, a la salida, y 200 m hacia abajo. Resultados: Encontramos menos coliformes totales y E. coli en el agua recolectada justo en la salida del agua de los estanques. El número de coliformes totales fue mayor en el 2016 y 2017, y de E. coli en el 2016. Conclusiones: Conteos de coliformes y de E. coli es muy alto en el río, pero inesperadamente, su número disminuye en el agua residual descartada de los estanques. Podría ser que el mucus producido por las truchas o sustancias liberadas del musgo que cubre la pared de los estanques reduzca el crecimiento de bacterias, como se ha sido sugerido en otros estudios. La contaminación del río parece venir de otras fuentes.

Abstract Introduction: The trout aquacultural activity has gradually increased in Costa Rican highlands. Residual waters from this activity are discarded directly in the rivers without any previous treatment process. Consequently, this activity could severely contaminate the river with bacteria that can affect human health. Objective: To evaluate bacterial contamination from trout aquaculture on Río Savegre, Costa Rica. Methods: We counted total coliforms and Escherichia coli from monthly samples (2015-2018) at three sections of the largest aquacultural development in the upper drainage of the river. We collected samples at the fish ponds entrance, exit and 200 m downwards. Results: We found fewer total coliforms and E. coli in the water collected just at the exit of the fish ponds. We counted more total coliforms in 2016 and 2017, and more E. coli in 2016. Conclusions: Coliform and E. coli counts are high in the river, but, unexpectedly, low in the water discarded from the fish tanks. Perhaps the mucus produced by the trouts or substances released by mosses on the fish tank walls reduce bacterial growth, as suggested by other studies. River pollution appears to come from other sources.

Resumen Las tasas de crecimiento y urbanización de las ciudades pronostican el aumento de residuos. En los países en desarrollo la fracción orgánica representa aproximadamente la mitad del total de residuos generados; esta fracción genera lixiviados, gases tóxicos y la aparición de vectores. El compostaje es la alternativa más sencilla y económica para la recuperación de los residuos orgánicos. En este estudio se evaluó la calidad de dos compost elaborados con residuos orgánicos (CRO) y heces de mascota (CM). La pregunta de investigación analizó el efecto de estos abonos en la germinación y crecimiento de hortalizas seleccionadas. Se determinaron los principales parámetros de calidad y se diseñaron tratamientos con diferentes mezclas de CRO y CM. Los abonos evaluados se encuentran en su mayoría dentro de los parámetros de calidad. El porcentaje de germinación del CRO (18 %) y del CM (10 %) fue menor al requerido (80 %); y el CM excedió (1100 NMP/g) el máximo recomendado de coliformes totales (1000 NMP/g). La germinación fue mayor CRO y CM al 25 % (84 % en ambos casos). En los ensayos de crecimiento el control finalizó con mayor altura (13.88 cm), seguido del CRO al 10 % (13.22 cm) y CM al 25 % (11.50cm). Los resultados demuestran el potencial de los residuos orgánicos urbanos, incluyendo los desechos de mascotas, para el compostaje y sus efectos beneficiosos en el crecimiento de las plantas.

Abstract The rates of urban growth and urbanization indicate a projected increase in waste generation. In developing countries, the organic fraction constitutes approximately half of the total waste, leading to the production of leachate, toxic gases, and the emergence of vectors. Composting emerges as a straightforward and cost-effective solution for organic waste recovery. This study focused on evaluating the quality of compost derived from organic waste (CRO) and pet feces (CM). The research aimed to investigate the impact of these composts on the germination and growth of selected vegetables. The primary quality parameters were assessed, and different mixtures of CRO and CM were implemented as experimental treatments. The majority of the fertilizers examined complied with the quality standards. However, the germination percentage of CRO (18 %) and CM (10 %) fell below the required threshold (80 %), and CM surpassed the recommended maximum level of total coliforms (1100 NMP/g compared to the recommended 1000 NMP/g). Notably, a higher germination percentage (84 %) was observed for both CRO and CM at a 25 % compost addition. In terms of growth trials, the control group exhibited the tallest plants (13.88 cm), followed by the 10 % CRO treatment (13.22 cm) and the 25 % CM treatment (11.50 cm). The findings underscore the potential of urban organic waste, including pet waste, for composting and its positive impact on plant growth.

Resumen Introducción. El interés de la población por el consumo de productos frescos como las hortalizas ha ido en aumento a través de los años. Existen diferentes métodos de cultivo para producir hortalizas como zanahoria, tomate y repollo. Los sistemas de cultivo convencional y orgánico son los más comunes. Objetivo. Comparar la microbiología de zanahoria, tomate y repollo, provenientes de fincas con sistemas productivos de agricultura orgánica o convencional en Costa Rica. Materiales y métodos. El trabajo se realizó en Cartago, Heredia y Alajuela, Costa Rica, de setiembre 2020 a noviembre 2021, durante la época lluviosa en todos los casos. Se muestrearon hortalizas de fincas modelo de producción de zanahoria, tomate y repollo, una de producción orgánica y tres de producción convencional. Se determinaron recuentos totales de aerobios mesófilos, coliformes totales, Escherichia coli, mohos y levaduras, y la ausencia/presencia de Listeria monocytogenes. Resultados. Los recuentos totales aerobios, de mohos y levaduras y de coliformes totales de la zanahoria, el repollo y el tomate de cultivo convencional y orgánico no difirieron entre sí. En las hortalizas estudiadas los recuentos de E. coli fueron de <1 log UFC/g y hubo ausencia de Listeria monocytogenes. Se encontró presencia de Listeria sp. en las muestras de zanahoria de cultivo convencional, en contraste con su ausencia en la zanahoria de cultivo orgánico. Conclusiones. L. monocytogenes estuvo ausente en las hortalizas estudiadas, que en general, tuvieron cargas microbianas aceptables según la normativa y similares a estudios reportados a nivel mundial. Bajo condiciones controladas, si se comparan con aquellas obtenidas de sistemas de producción convencional, es posible obtener hortalizas con la técnica de cultivo orgánico sin detrimento en su calidad microbiológica y con los beneficios derivados para la salud del consumidor y el ambiente.

Abstract Introduction. Interest in consuming fresh products such as vegetables has been increasing over the years. Different cultivation methods to produce vegetables such as carrots, tomatoes, and cabbages are available. Conventional and organic farming systems are the most common. Objective. To compare the microbiology of carrot, tomato and cabbage from farms with organic or conventional agricultural production systems in Costa Rica. Materials and methods. Sampling was carried out in Cartago, Heredia and Alajuela, Costa Rica, from September 2020 to November 2021, during the rainy season in all cases. Vegetables from model farms of carrot, tomato and cabbage, one of organic production and three of conventional production, were sampled. Microbial counts of total aerobic mesophilic, total coliforms, Escherichia coli, yeasts and molds, and the absence/presence of Listeria monocytogenes were determined. Results. Total aerobic, yeast and mold and total coliform counts for conventionally and organically grown carrots, cabbages, and tomatoes did not differ from each other. In the vegetables studied, E. coli counts were <1 log CFU/g and Listeria monocytogenes was absent. Presence of Listeria sp. in carrot samples from conventional cultivation was found in contrast to its absence in carrots from organic cultivation. Conclusions. L. monocytogenes was absent in the vegetables studied, which in general had acceptable microbial loads according to regulations and similar to studies reported worldwide. Under controlled conditions, when compared to those obtained from conventional production systems, it is possible to obtain vegetables from organic farming without detriment to their microbiological quality and with the derived benefits for the health of the consumer and the environment.

RESUMEN Las plantas purificadoras de agua que carecen de un adecuado sistema de control de calidad pueden generar problemas de salud pública. El objetivo de este estudio fue examinar la calidad microbiológica del agua proveniente de pequeñas plantas purificadoras de la ciudad de Puebla, así como, determinar la existencia de bacterias Aeromonas sp y Pseudomonas sp, y caracterizar si presentan un fenotipo patógeno oportunista. Se recolectaron 70 muestras de garrafones de agua de 25 establecimientos. La cuantificación bacteriana se realizó mediante el método de goteo en placa. Se comprobaron los géneros microbianos mediante análisis bioquímico. En las cepas que mostraron discrepancia se utilizó la identificación molecular con base a secuencias parciales del gen 16S rRNA para confirmar su especie y se les evaluaron sus características de patogenicidad: multirresistencia a antibióticos, producción de biopelícula y actividad hemolítica. El 40 % de las plantas purificadoras no cumplieron con la calidad microbiológica del agua para consumo humano. El 41.4 % de los garrafones de agua muestreados incumplió la normativa, presentando coliformes totales 35.7 %, Pseudomonas 30 %, Enterococcus faecalis 8.6 % y bacterias coliformes fecales el 5.7 %. Se obtuvieron 56 aislados, provenientes de los 29 garrafones contaminados; 10 de ellos se caracterizaron molecularmente, resultando 7 aislados relacionados con especies diferentes de P. aeruginosa y 3 con especies de Aeromonas. De los aislados de Pseudomonas, 5 presentaron resistencia a 2 familias de antibióticos y 2 mostraron multirresistencia. El 36 % de los 10 aislados produjeron hemólisis y biopelícula. Dos cepas de Aeromonas mostraron resistencia a Cefalosporina 3a generación pero no produjeron hemólisis. Los 10 aislados analizados fueron clasificados como no patógenos. Es necesario un seguimiento sanitario más estricto para lograr el cumplimiento de las normas nacionales e internacionales relacionadas con el consumo de agua purificada, para evitar dañar la salud de los consumidores.

ABSTRACT Water purification establishments that lack an adequate quality control system can cause public health problems. The objective of this study was to examine the microbiological quality of water from small purification establishments in the city of Puebla, as well as to determine the existence of Aeromonas sp and Pseudomonas sp bacteria, and to characterize whether they present an opportunistic pathogenic phenotype. 70 water jug samples were collected from 25 establishments. Bacterial quantification was performed using the drop plate method. Microbial genera were determined by biochemical analysis using the standard methodology. In the strains that showed discrepancy, molecular identification based on partial sequences of the 16S rRNA gene was used to confirm their species, and their pathogenic characteristics were evaluated: multiresistance to antibiotics, biofilm production, and hemolytic activity. The results showed that 40 % of the purification establishments did not comply with the microbiological quality of water for human consumption. Similarly, 41.4 % of the jugs of water sampled failed to comply with the regulations, presenting total coliforms 35.7 %, Pseudomonas 30 %, Enterococcus faecalis 8.6 % and fecal coliform bacteria 5.7 %. Likewise, 56 isolates were obtained from the 29 contaminated jugs, of which 10 were molecularly characterized, resulting in 4 different species for P. aeruginosa and 3 for Aeromonas. Of the 7 Pseudomonas isolates, 5 presented resistance to 2 families of antibiotics and 2 showed multiresistance. In total, 36 % of the 10 isolates produced hemolysis and biofilm. Two Aeromonas strains showed resistance to 3rd generation Cephalosporin but did not produce hemolysis. The 10 isolates analyzed were classified as non-pathogenic. A stricter sanitary monitoring is necessary to achieve compliance with national and international standards related to the consumption of purified water, to avoid harming the health of consumers.

Resumen Con el fin de investigar el efecto de cuatro biosólidos de las industrias láctea, maltera, jabonera y papelera sobre el crecimiento y producción de biomasa de plántulas de Vicia faba L., se realizaron mezclas de biosólido:suelo en proporciones 20:80, 40:60 y 60:40. Se realizaron análisis fisicoquímicos y microbiológicos a cada biosólido y las mezclas. Los biosólidos mostraron diferencias en la presencia (NMP) de coliformes fecales de 3 a 1 100 Salmonella sp., de 2 a 3 y de 0 a 16 huevos de helmintos por g de sólidos totales. La concentración (mg kg-1) de metales pesados en cobre fue de 0.7 a 1.9, cromo de 0.8 a 2.4, cadmio de 0 a 0.6, zinc de 4.3 a 8.6, níquel 1.2 a 3.8 y plomo 1.3 a 5.7, sin arsénico y mercurio. Los contaminantes fueron inferiores a los límites permisibles según la SEMARNAT (2002), además, entre los biosólidos el pH varió de 7 a 9.8 y la materia orgánica (MO) de 0.3 a 6.2%. Los biosólidos de la industria láctea y malta incorporados al suelo modificaron el pH de 8.1 a 7.4, incrementaron la MO de 1.2 a 3.5%, el nitrógeno total de 7 a 35 mg kg-1 y el fósforo disponible de 5 a 25 mg kg-1. A 30 días después de la siembra en invernadero, las plántulas de V. faba que crecieron en suelo con el biosólido de la industria láctea en la mayor proporción incrementaron la producción de biomasa en 1 145% y la longitud en 342%.

Abstract In order to investigate the effect of four biosolids from the dairy, malt, soap and paper industries on the growth and production of biomass of Vicia faba L. seedlings, biosolid:soil mixtures were made in ratios 20:80, 40:60 and 60:40. Physicochemical and microbiological analyses were performed on each biosolid and mixtures. Biosolids showed differences in the presence (MPN) of fecal coliforms from 3 to 1 100, Salmonella sp., from 2 to 3 and from 0 to 16 helminth eggs per g of total solids. The concentration (mg kg-1) of heavy metals in copper was from 0.7 to 1.9, chromium from 0.8 to 2.4, cadmium from 0 to 0.6, zinc from 4.3 to 8.6, nickel from 1.2 to 3.8 and lead from 1.3 to 5.7, without arsenic and mercury. The contaminants were below the permissible limits according to SEMARNAT (2002), in addition, among biosolids the pH varied from 7 to 9.8 and organic material (OM) from 0.3 to 6.2%. Biosolids from the dairy and malt industries incorporated into the soil modified the pH from 8.1 to 7.4, increased OM from 1.2 to 3.5%, the total nitrogen from 7 to 35 mg kg-1 and the available phosphorus from 5 to 25 mg kg-1. At 30 days after sowing in the greenhouse, V. faba seedlings grown in soil with the biosolid from the dairy industry in the highest ratio increased biomass production by 1 145% and length by 342%.

Resumen Introducción. En Latinoamérica, los reportes sobre la calidad microbiológica del chorizo crudo son limitados, sin embargo, es un producto de amplio consumo y de tradición. Objetivo. Conocer la estabilidad microbiológica del chorizo crudo en el Gran Área Metropolitana (GAM) de Costa Rica. Materiales y métodos. Entre enero y agosto de 2019, se realizaron recuentos de indicadores de vida útil y de contaminación, así como la detección de tres patógenos (Salmonella spp., Listeria monocytogenes y Clostridium perfringens) en cincuenta muestras de chorizo crudo obtenidas de carnicerías del Gran Área Metropolitana de Costa Rica. Resultados. De las cincuenta muestras analizadas se encontró que solo una era consumible, según los parámetros generales de recuento bacteriano (recuento total aerobio mesófilo (TAM), hongos y levaduras (HYL) y bacterias ácido-lácticas (BAL)) y que la principal causa de deterioro del producto incluye una combinación de BAL y HYL. Además, los recuentos de coliformes totales variaron entre 105 y 106 UFC/g. Desde el punto de vista de inocuidad, se aisló Salmonella spp. en el 16 % de las muestras, Listeria monocytogenes en el 10 % y Clostridium perfringens se encontró en una única muestra con un recuento de 5,00x101 UFC/g. Conclusión. Productos sin procesamiento térmico como el chorizo crudo expendido en el GAM de Costa Rica, son productos muy susceptibles al deterioro, que presentan altos niveles de contaminación y que podrían comportarse como vehículo de patógenos; por ello, se recomienda mejorar las prácticas de manufactura para prolongar la vida útil y garantizar la seguridad del consumidor.

Abstract Introduction. In Latin America, reports on the microbiological quality of raw chorizo, or raw pork sausage, are limited, however, it is a widely consumed and traditional product. Objective. To determine the microbiological stability of the raw sausage in the Great Metropolitan Area (GAM) of Costa Rica. Materials and methods. Between January and August 2019, microbial shelf-life counts, and contamination indicators were carried out, as well as the detection of three pathogens (Salmonella spp., Listeria monocytogenes, and Clostridium perfringens) in fifty samples of raw chorizo obtained from butcher shops in the Great Metropolitan Area of Costa Rica. Results. Of the fifty samples analyzed, only one was found to be consumable according to the general parameters of bacterial count (total aerobic count (TAM), fungi and yeasts (HYL), and lactic acid bacteria (BAL)). The main cause of spoilage included a combination of BAL and HYL. In addition, the total coliform counts ranged between 105 and 106 UFC/g. From a safety standpoint, Salmonella spp. was isolated in 16 % of the samples, Listeria monocytogenes in 10 % and Clostridium perfringens was found in a single sample with a count of 5.00x101 CFU/g. Conclusion. Non-heat treated products, such as raw chorizo sold in the GAM of Costa Rica, are products that are highly susceptible to spoilage, which present high levels of contamination and that could behave as a vehicle for pathogens; therefore, it is recommended to improve manufacturing practices to prolong shelf life and guarantee consumer safety.

Resumen Se evaluó el efecto de la estacionalidad en la calidad microbiológica y fisicoquímica de leche de cabra producida en el centro del estado de Veracruz, México. Se evaluaron leches de diferentes unidades de producción caprina (Coatepec, Perote y Tatatila) producidas en las épocas de lluvias, secas y nortes. Se determinaron los contenidos de mesófilos aerobios, coliformes totales Eschericha coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella ssp y Brucella sp. así como proteína, grasa, lactosa, sólidos no grasos, densidad y acidez. Los resultados microbiológicos determinaron la ausencia de Eschericha coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella spp y Brucella sp en las leches analizadas. El efecto de la interacción Época del año por Unidad de producción por Tipo de leche mostró que el 50% de las leches (crudas y pasteurizadas) producidas en las épocas de nortes y lluvias presentaron los mayores contenidos de Mesófilos aerobios y Coliformes totales. El efecto de la interacción unidad de producción por tipo de leche presentaron los mayores contenidos de sólidos no grasos, proteínas, lactosa y densidad debido a uso de diferentes forrajes como morera, cascaras de naranja, pasto Taiwán, alfalfa y rastrojo de maíz. Los mayores contenidos de grasa se encontraron en las unidades de producción de Coatepec y Tatatila.

Abstract The effect of seasonality on the microbiological and physicochemical quality of goat milk produced at the center of the Veracruz state, Mexico, was evaluated. Milk from different goat production units (Coatepec, Perote and Tatatila) during the rainy, dry and windy seasons were evaluated. The contents of aerobic mesophiles, total coliform Eschericha coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella ssp. and Brucella sp. as well as protein, fat, lactose, non-fat solids, density and acidity. The microbiological results determined the absence of Eschericha coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella spp. and Brucella sp. in the analyzed milks. The effect of the interaction season of the year per production unit per type of milk showed that 50 % of the milk (raw and pasteurized) produced in the windy and rainy seasons presented the highest contents of aerobic mesophiles and total coliforms. The effect of the interaction unit of production by type of milk showed the highest content of non-fat solids, proteins, lactose and density due to the use of different forages such as mulberry, orange peel, Taiwan grass, alfalfa and corn stover. The highest fat contents were found in the production units of Coatepec and Tatatila.

Abstract Prensa Cheese, also called Costeño, is made in an artisanal way from raw cow’s milk in the Costa Chica region of the state of Guerrero. In order to know the characteristics of Mexican artisanal cheeses, the objective of this research was to analyze the changes in the count of aerobic mesophilic bacteria (AMB), total coliform (TCs) microorganisms, lactic acid bacteria (LAB) and coagulase-positive staphylococci (CPS), during the ripening (5, 30, 60 and 90 d) of Prensa cheeses, made by four different cheese factories (A, B, C and D) of Cuajinicuilapa, Guerrero, Mexico. A portion (25 g) of each cheese sample was homogenized with peptone diluent (225 mL) and dilutions from 10-1 to 10-6 were prepared with which 3MTM PetrifilmTM plates were sown. After incubating under different conditions, depending on the type of microorganism, AMB, TCs, LAB and CPS counts were made. The results showed that as the ripening time of the Prensa Cheese progressed, the microbial load decreased: AMB from 4 to 2, TCs from 6 to 3, LAB from 6 to 2 and CPS from 5 to 2 log10 CFU g-1. The changes in the counts of the bacterial groups studied can be attributed to the physicochemical and microbiological transitions typical of cheese maturation and to the characteristics of the microbiota present in each of the cheese factories. The results of this research provide elements for the microbial characterization of Mexican artisanal cheeses.

Resumen El Queso de Prensa, también llamado Costeño es elaborado artesanalmente a partir de leche cruda de vaca en la región de la Costa Chica del estado de Guerrero. Con el fin de conocer las características de los quesos artesanales mexicanos, el objetivo de esta investigación fue analizar los cambios en el recuento de bacterias mesófilas aerobias (BMA), microorganismos coliformes totales (CT), bacterias ácido lácticas (BAL) y estafilococos coagulasa positivos (ECP), durante la maduración (5, 30, 60 y 90 días) de quesos de prensa, elaborados por cuatro diferentes queserías (A, B, C y D) de Cuajinicuilapa, Guerrero, México. Una porción (25 g) de cada muestra de queso se homogeneizó con diluyente de peptona (225 ml) y se prepararon diluciones desde 10 -1 a 10 -6 con las que se sembraron placas 3M TM PetrifilmTM. Después de incubar a diferentes condiciones, según el tipo de microorganismo, se hicieron recuentos de BMA, CT, BAL y ECP. Los resultados mostraron que conforme avanzó el tiempo de maduración del Queso de Prensa, la carga microbiana disminuyó: BMA de 4 a 2, CT de 6 a 3, BAL de 6 a 2 y ECP de 5 a 2 log10 UFC g-1. Los cambios en los recuentos de los grupos bacterianos estudiados, pueden ser atribuidos a las transiciones fisicoquímicas y microbiológicas propias de la maduración del queso y a las características de la microbiota presente en cada una de las queserías. Los resultados de esta investigación aportan elementos para la caracterización microbiana de los quesos artesanales mexicanos.

Water is an indispensable component for life on the planet, today it is known that most of the planet earth is composed of water. However, only 3% is water with potential for human use, the rest is salt water. When it comes to the quality of water for human consumption, it must be understood that it is not limited to being sweet or salty, good water for human consumption does not pose risks to the health of those who consume it, and its basic parameters such as color, taste, turbidity, pH and microbiological are within the portability standards established by legislation. Water with characteristics outside of potability standards and distributed for human supply is a potential vehicle for disease transmission. Therefore, given the importance of water quality for human consumption, it is necessary to maintain its control and surveillance, as well as new research and studies on this subject, which can contribute to improving information, techniques, and development. general related to the topic. In this context, through water collection and laboratory analysis of basic parameters such as pH, apparent color, temperature, turbidity, chlorine, and coliforms, this study aimed to establish a diagnosis of the quality of water distributed for human consumption in two systems of distribution in the urban area of Oriximiná-Pará, taking as a criterion a system that provided previously treated water (Cosanpa) and another that did not perform any type of treatment before distribution (Residencial Tia Ana). Also, this study aimed to compare the results between the systems studied, and their variations according to the region's seasonality (rain and drought). The results obtained during the study period showed that the two points studied presented, for the most part, unsatisfactory results in terms of drinking water, such as pH, which in most samples was in a range outside the standards established by legislation both in Residential Tia Ana and at Cosanpa. Was also observed, alarming results regarding the microbiological quality of the water consumed in one of the studied points, of the total of 12 analyzed 3 samples, 11 presented positive results for bacteria of the total Coliforms group, and 3 presented positive results for Escherichia coli. Also, through laboratory and statistical analysis, this study was able to show the influence of seasonality in the region on some water quality parameters, such as pH, turbidity, and microbiology. Thus, as established by the Ministry of Health, through Ordinance No. 888 of May 4, 2021, it can be said that the population supplied by Residencial Tia Ana frequently consumes water of an inappropriate quality for human consumption. On the other hand, Cosanpa, despite carrying out some water treatment steps before distribution, is still ineffective, since many of the laboratory results of the waters from this system showed values outside of what is required by the Ministry of Health.

A água é um componente indispensável para a vida no planeta, hoje sabe-se que a maior parte do planeta terra é composto por água. Contudo, apenas 3% é água com potencial de utilização humana, o restante é água salgada. Quando se trata de qualidade de água para consumo humano, deve-se entender que esta não se limita apenas em ser doce ou salgada, uma água boa para o consumo humano é aquela que não oferece riscos à saúde de quem a consome, que seus parâmetros básicos como cor, gosto, turbidez, pH e microbiológico estejam dentro dos padrões de potabilidade estabelecidos pela legislação. A água com características fora dos padrões de potabilidade e distribuída para abastecimento humano se configura em potencial veículo de transmissão de doenças. Portanto, tendo em vista a importância da qualidade da água para consumo humano, faz-se necessário manter o controle e vigilância da mesma, assim como novas pesquisas e estudos acerca deste assunto, os quais possam contribuir para o aprimoramento de informações, técnicas e desenvolvimento geral relacionados ao tema. Neste contexto, por meio de coletas de águas e análises laboratoriais dos parâmetros básicos como pH, cor aparente, temperatura, turbidez, cloro e coliformes, este estudo teve como objetivo estabelecer um diagnóstico da qualidade da água distribuída para consumo humano em dois sistemas de distribuição na zona urbana de Oriximiná-Pará, levando como critério um sistema que disponibilizasse de água previamente tratada (Cosanpa) e outro que não realizasse nenhum tipo de tratamento antes da distribuição (Residencial Tia Ana). Também, este estudo visou realizar um comparativo dos resultados entre os sistemas estudados, e suas variações conforme a sazonalidade da região (chuva e seca). Os resultados obtidos durante o período de estudo mostraram que os dois pontos estudados apresentaram, em sua maioria, resultados insatisfatórios em termos de água potável, como por exemplo o pH, que na maioria das amostras esteve numa faixa fora dos padrões estabelecidos pela legislação tanto no Residencial Tia Ana quanto na Cosanpa. Observou-se também, resultados alarmantes quanto à qualidade microbiológica da água consumida em um dos pontos estudados, que do total de 12 amostras analisadas, 11 apresentaram resultados positivos para bactérias do grupo coliformes totais, e 3 apresentaram resultados positivos para Escherichia coli. Ainda, por meio das análises laboratoriais e estatísticas, este estudo conseguiu mostrar a influência da sazonalidade da região sobre alguns parâmetros de qualidade da água, como pH, turbidez e microbiologia. Com isso, conforme o estabelecido pelo Ministério da Saúde, por meio da Portaria N° 888 de 04 de maio de 2021, pode-se afirmar que a população abastecida pelo Residencial Tia Ana consome frequentemente águas com qualidade imprópria ao consumo humano. Já a Cosanpa, apesar desta realizar algumas etapas de tratamento da água antes da distribuição, ainda está sendo ineficaz, visto que muitos dos resultados laboratoriais das águas deste sistema, apresentaram valores fora do que é exigido pelo Ministério da Saúde.

Resumo Como a água é um dos elementos essenciais para a vida, a presença e a qualidade da água no habitat são extremamente importantes. Portanto, a mudança da qualidade da água e a gestão do lago Aygır foram investigadas neste estudo. Para isso, amostras de água coletadas no lago e na piscina de irrigação entre maio de 2015 e maio de 2016 foram analisadas mensalmente. Métodos espectrofotométricos, titulométricos e microbiológicos foram usados para determinar a qualidade da água. De acordo com alguns regulamentos de qualidade da água, os valores de HCO3, NH4, Cu, Mo, Br, coliformes fecais e total sólido suspenso (TSS) foram encontrados acima dos valores limite. Os outros 29 parâmetros estão em conformidade com as legislações nacionais e internacionais turcas. O lago Aygır foi afetado negativamente pelos assentamentos e atividades agrícolas ao redor. Pensa-se que o recurso hídrico deve ser monitorado periodicamente e estudos corretivos devem ser feitos para evitar que os parâmetros ultrapassem os limites. No entanto, o lago Aygır era geralmente adequado para beber, usar, pescar e irrigar.

Abstract Since water is one of the essentials for life, the presence and quality of water in the habitat is extremely important. Therefore, water quality change and management of Lake Aygır was investigated in this study. For this, water samples collected from the lake and the irrigation pool between May 2015 and May 2016 were analyzed monthly. Spectrophotometric, titrimetric and microbiological methods were used to determine the water quality. According to some water quality regulations, HCO3, NH4, Cu, Mo, Br, fecal coliform and total suspended solid (TSS) values were found above the limit values. The other 29 parameters comply with Turkish national and international legislations. Lake Aygır was negatively affected by the surrounding settlements and agricultural activities. It is thought that the water resource should be monitored periodically and remedial studies should be done to prevent parameters exceeding the limits. However, Lake Aygır was generally suitable for drinking, use, fishing and irrigation.

Resumo Com o objetivo de avaliar a qualidade microbiológica de águas e ostras de bancos naturais e ostreiculturas localizados na ilha de São Luís (MA), foram analisadas no período de setembro de 2020 a fevereiro de 2021 60 amostras, sendo 30 de água e 30 de ostras (Crassostrea sp.), coletadas diretamente com os marisqueiros e proprietários de cultivos nos municípios da ilha de São Luís. Para a determinação de coliformes totais e Escherichia coli nas amostras de água, foi utilizado o método rápido Colilert®. A contagem de coliformes totais e termotolerantes em ostras foi realizada pelo método do número mais provável (NMP) e de E. coli por testes bioquímicos (Indol, VM, VP, Citrato). A enumeração de Staphylococcus coagulase positiva ocorreu pelo meio Baird Parker para isolamento e identificação, assim como por testes bioquímicos. A média geométrica do resultado da contagem de E. coli nas amostras de água variou entre 604,3 e 1.130,8 NMP/100 mL, indicando qualidade microbiológica insatisfatória. Quanto às amostras de ostras, oito (26,7%) das 30 amostras estavam impróprias para consumo, sendo quatro (13,3%) contaminadas por Salmonella sp. e E. coli, respectivamente. Segundo a Resolução da Diretoria Colegiada nº 331/19 e a Instrução Normativa nº 60 da Agência Nacional de Vigilância Sanitária, os resultados são preocupantes para a saúde pública, e recomendam-se ações mitigadoras, como o monitoramento regular da qualidade microbiológica da água.

ABSTRACT In order to evaluate the microbiological quality of water and oysters from natural banks and oyster farms located on the Island of São Luís, Maranhão (MA), 60 samples were analyzed from September 2020 to February 2021, 30 of water and 30 of oysters (Crassostrea sp.), collected directly from shellfish farmers and owners of oyster farms in the municipalities of the Island of São Luís, MA. For the determination of total coliforms and Escherichia coli in the water samples the Colilert® rapid method was used. For the enumeration of total and thermotolerant coliforms in oysters the Most Probable Number (MPN) method was used and E. coli by biochemical tests (Indol, MV, VP, Citrate). The enumeration of coagulase positive Staphylococcus was performed using Baird Parker medium for isolation and identification, as well as biochemical tests. The geometric mean result of E. coli counts in the water samples ranged from 604.3 to 1,130.8 MPN/100mL, indicating unsatisfactory microbiological quality. As for the oyster samples, 8 (26.7%) out of 30 samples were unfit for consumption, and 4 (13.3%) were contaminated by Salmonella sp. and E. coli, respectively. According to RDC No. 331/19 and IN No. 60 of ANVISA, the results are worrisome for public health and mitigating actions are recommended, such as regular monitoring of the microbiological quality of the water.

Resumo Os diferentes usos e ocupações do solo podem influenciar na qualidade da água e afetar a vida da população, principalmente daquela que habita o meio rural. Por residir sob condições de vulnerabilidade socioambiental, faz-se necessário monitorar a qualidade dos recursos hídricos para prevenir doenças. O objetivo deste trabalho foi analisar a qualidade das águas superficiais em comunidades rurais e tradicionais do estado de Goiás por meio do Índice de Qualidade da Água de Bascarán (IQAB), avaliando os efeitos do uso e ocupação do solo preponderantes em cada localidade. Amostras de água bruta dos mananciais foram coletadas de forma pontual, na estiagem. Foi verificada a presença de agrotóxicos por análise cromatográfica, sem quantificação, e foram avaliados 11 parâmetros físico-químicos e microbiológicos. Os resultados demonstraram que o IQAB variou de bom a agradável. A classificação da qualidade da água como “agradável” foi relacionada estatisticamente com a alta incidência de área de pastagem (> 80%), e a classificação como “boa” com o percentual de agricultura inferior a 30%. Os principais usos e ocupações do solo foram florestas, pastagens e agricultura. Os parâmetros cor aparente, coliformes termotolerantes e oxigênio dissolvido também indicaram a contaminação dos cursos d’água. A detecção de agrotóxicos com alto grau de toxicidade nos recursos hídricos analisados, principalmente em dois mananciais (córregos Facada e Sucuapara), colocam em risco a saúde humana no meio rural, mesmo que em condições de pequenas exposições. O carbofurano, proibido desde 2017, foi detectado no rio Araguaia, nas proximidades da comunidade Itacaiú, sendo necessário alertar o governo local, moradores e turistas que utilizam o rio Araguaia para fins diversificados.

Abstract Different land uses and occupations can influence water quality and affect the lives of the population, especially of people who live in rural areas. Because rural populations live under conditions of socio-environmental vulnerability, it is necessary to monitor the quality of water resources to prevent diseases. This work aimed to analyze surface water quality in rural and traditional communities in the state of Goiás through the Bascarán Water Quality Index (WQIB) to evaluate the effects of the predominant land use and occupation of each location. Raw water samples were collected from specific points during the dry season. The presence of pesticides was verified through chromatographic analysis, without quantification, and 11 physical-chemical and microbiological parameters were assessed according to standard methods. The results showed that the WQIB ranged in quality from “good” to “pleasant”. Classification as “pleasant” was statistically related to a high incidence of pasture area (> 80%) and classification as “good” with a percentage of agriculture below 30%. The main land uses and occupations were forest, pasture and agriculture. The apparent parameters color, thermotolerant coliforms and dissolved oxygen also indicated contamination of water courses. The detection of pesticides with a high degree of toxicity in the analyzed water resources, mainly in two rivers (the Facada and Sucuapara creeks), put human health at risk in rural areas, even under conditions of small exposure. Carbofuran, banned since 2017, was detected near the Itacaiú community, making it necessary to alert the local government, residents and tourists who use the Araguaia River for different purposes.

ABSTRACT The Water Quality Indices (WQI) are tools that help to communicate the status of quality to a non-specialized audience, they are based on the existing regulations of the region. The objective of this project was to determine the WQI in five Participatory Observatories (PO) located in the north of Mexico, in addition to generating maps and charts that present information in a concrete and clear way on water quality and risk areas. Using data from the Comisión Nacional del Agua, the water quality was evaluated with the León and Canadian Council of Ministers of the Environment indices, as well as the microbiological quality based on fecal coliform reports. PO sites are classified, in terms of microbiological quality, from “excellent” to “heavily contaminated”. Under the permissible limits by the official Mexican standards for water for human consumption and agricultural irrigation, a relative scale was applied with a score of 0 to 100, for the indices determined in the POs. The results indicate, through the maps developed in the study, the presence of three microbiologically contaminated sites. Regarding the quality required for human consumption, the Canadian index classifies the quality of the water as “poor” in all the sites studied, while the León index classifies it on the scale of “contaminated” to “slightly contaminated”. Both indices indicate the imperative need for treatment before being used for human consumption.

RESUMEN Los índices de calidad del agua (ICA) son herramientas para comunicar la calidad del agua a una audiencia no especializada, basándose en los datos del monitoreo de los cuerpos de agua. El objetivo de este proyecto fue determinar el ICA en cinco observatorios participativos (OP) ubicados en el norte de México, además de generar mapas y cuadros que presenten la información de forma concreta y clara sobre la calidad del agua y zonas de riesgo. Utilizando los datos de la Comisión Nacional del Agua se determinó la calidad de agua con los índices de León y del Consejo Canadiense de Ministros de Medio Ambiente, así como la calidad microbiológica con base en los reportes de coliformes fecales. Se clasificaron los sitios de los OP, en cuanto a la calidad microbiológica, de “excelente” a “fuertemente contaminada”. De acuerdo con los límites permisibles por las normas oficiales mexicanas para agua de consumo humano y riego agrícola, se aplicó una escala relativa con un puntaje de 0 a 100, para los índices determinados en los OP. Los resultados indican a través de los mapas desarrollados en el estudio, la presencia de tres sitios fuertemente contaminados microbiológicamente. En lo referente a la calidad requerida para consumo humano, el índice canadiense califica la calidad del agua como “pobre” en todos los sitios estudiados, mientras que el índice de León la clasifica en la escala de “contaminada” a “levemente contaminada”. Ambos índices indican la necesidad imperiosa de un tratamiento antes de ser destinada al uso de consumo humano.

Abstract Introduction: There is an increasing number of consumers who appreciate the quality of a good artisan product and who, therefore, are willing to pay for it. The elaboration of artisanal products seeks to judiciously use labor to produce products with high added value such as originality and sensory qualities. The objective of this work is to evaluate the useful life and the limiting factor of deterioration in a homemade hot sauce for its potential commercialization. Methodology: Three possible pathways of deterioration were evaluated: Microbiological degradation (determined by the total count of mesophilic aerobic bacteria and total coliforms), deterioration of sensory characteristics (by sensory evaluation using a hedonic scale) and physicochemical deterioration determined by degradation of the fat after storage for 4 months at 40°C. Results: Differences were found in sensory characteristics before and after storage (all p<0.05). The growth of mesophilic aerobes and total coliform bacteria were <10 CFU/g, pH was evaluated for the risk that it could be due to the growth of C. botulinum, however, in addition to not observing the production of gas the pH was 3.6, so a potential growth of this microorganism was ruled out. Conclusions: The main path of deterioration in the sauce analyzed is the degradation of fats, reflected in the changes in the physicochemical variable’s acidity, peroxide index, iodine index and saponification index. It is considered that the estimated shelf life for the sauce was 3 weeks without heat treatment at room temperature or 4 months in refrigeration, also without heat treatment. The product is well accepted sensorily, so the only limitation would be the degradation of the fat in a long storage period, or it will be stored in an inappropriate way.

Resumen Introducción: Cada vez es mayor el número de consumidores que saben apreciar la calidad de un buen producto artesano y que, por lo tanto, están dispuestos a pagar por ello. La elaboración de productos artesanales busca emplear juiciosamente la mano de obra para elaborar productos de alto valor añadido como la originalidad y cualidades sensoriales. El objetivo de este trabajo es evaluar la vida útil y el factor limitante de deterioro en una salsa picante casera para su potencial comercialización. Metodología: Se evaluaron tres posibles vías de deterioro: La descomposición microbiológica (determinada por la cuenta total de bacterias mesofílicas aerobias y coliformes totales), el deterioro de las características sensoriales (por evaluación sensorial mediante escala hedónica) y el deterioro fisicoquímico determinado por la degradación de la grasa después de un almacenamiento por 4 meses a 40°C. Resultados: Se encontraron diferencias en las características sensoriales antes y después del almacenamiento (todas p<0,05). El crecimiento de mesofílicos aerobios y coliformes totales fue <10 UFC/g, de igual manera se determinó el pH para evaluar el riesgo de que pudiese ser debido a crecimiento de C. botulinum, no obstante, además de no observarse la producción de gas el pH fue de 3,6, por lo que se descartó un potencial crecimiento de este microorganismo. Conclusiones: La principal vía de deterioro en la salsa analizada es la degradación de la grasa, reflejado en los cambios de las variables fisicoquímicas acidez, índice de peróxidos, índice de yodo e índice de saponificación. Se considera que el tiempo de vida estimado para la salsa es de 3 semanas sin tratamiento térmico a temperatura ambiente o 4 meses en refrigeración también sin tratamiento térmico. El producto es bien aceptado sensorialmente, por lo que la única limitante es la degradación de la grasa en un período de conservación largo o almacenada de manera no apropiada.