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Disinfectants for Fruits and Vegetables

Posted by MOFGApedia Editor on December 01, 2007
In the produce industry, chlorine is commonly used to remove microbes such as bacteria and mold from produce. In the home, a water wash, with or without the help of a produce brush, is typically used to clean fruits and vegetables. Recently, fresh produce has been treated with ozone as well.

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