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130-year-old butter bacteria discovered in Danish basement

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Abstract

For over a century, simple lactic acid bacteria has been one of the most reliable additives to keep food and drinks safe for over a century. It goes in butter, cheese, and other dairy products to help extend their shelf life. Now, a team in Denmark has uncovered some of the preservation aid's earliest examples. Their findings, published in the International Dairy Journal, only come after a chance discovery hidden away in the bowels of a university basement.
Key Data

  • Publication Date
    15 September 2025
  • Primary Author
    Andrew Paul
  • Source
    Popular Science
  • Language
    English
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