The Master’s thesis at the College of Veterinary Medicine, Al-Qadisiyah University, entitled “The Antifungal Potential of Clove Extract (Syzygium aromaticum) as a Natural Antifungal Agent in Milk and Dairy Products,” was conducted by researcher Solaf Othman Muslim and supervised by Professor Zahra Abdul-Jabbar.<\/p>\n
The study results showed that clove extract possesses a clear efficacy in inhibiting the growth of the tested fungi. The inhibition efficiency increased with increasing concentration of the extract, reflecting the presence of active compounds, primarily eugenol, which affects the integrity of the fungal cell membrane and limits its growth and reproduction.<\/p>\n
The study recommended the potential use of clove extract as a promising natural antifungal agent in preserving milk and dairy products. Further studies are recommended to evaluate its effect on the sensory characteristics of the products and to determine the optimal concentrations for industrial use, thus contributing to enhanced food safety and reducing reliance on artificial preservatives.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"