Biomass and Patulin Production by Byssochlamys nivea in Apple Juice as Affected by Sorbate, Benzoate, SO2 and Temperature

Abstract

ABSTRACTThe effects of potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate, SO2 and incubation temperature on biomass and patulin production by Byssochlamys nivea in apple juice were determined. Growth at 21, 30 and 37°C over a 25‐day incubation period was significantly retarded by 75 ppm SO2, 150 ppm potassium sorbate and 500 ppm sodium benzoate. Biomass accumulated to approximately 500 mg/100 ml in control samples of apple juice. Patulin was produced in the highest concentrations at 21°C after 20 days incubation. After reaching a maximum concentration at 30 and 37°C, a rapid decline in patulin content was observed. Patulin production was also observed at 12°C. On the basis of concentration, SO2 had the most significant effect on the rate of biomass and patulin production by B. nivea followed by potassium sorbate and sodium benzoate, respectively.