ABSTRACT Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) is a powerful oxidizing agent and causes cellular
oxidative damage in microbial cells. Due to its potential oxidative activity, H2O2 provides …

Abstract Hydrogen peroxide (H 2 O 2) is a well-known agent with a broad-spectrum
antimicrobial activity against pathogenic bacteria, fungi, and viruses. It is a colorless liquid …

Seed treatments have a potential to improve seed performance traits and consequently
optimize crop establishment. However, there is a lack of systematic research for these …

This study evaluates UVC light as an alternative to improve the microbiological quality of
seeds intended for sprouting. UVC treatments with light exposure times up to 120 and 180 …

Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC), a significant cause of foodborne illnesses, is
often associated with the consumption of fresh produce, including alfalfa sprouts. This study …

The possibility of using pulsed light (PL) pre-harvest during the cultivation of alfalfa sprouts
to reduce microflora and simultaneously enhance the bioactive concentration was …

Fresh sprouts present a special food safety concern as their growing conditions also favor
the growth of pathogens such as Salmonella. Contamination in sprouts often originates from …