March 17, 2026

The SPADA Metagenomics Working Group has recommended the SMPR® for Identification of Microorganisms in Food & Environmental Samples by Metagenomic Sequencing. The proposed draft was posted for public comment and is ready for consensus voting. The deadline for ballot submission is Thursday, March 26.

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