
Foods, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 13(19), P. 3067 - 3067
Published: Sept. 26, 2024
This study investigated the biofilm-forming capabilities of Enterococcus isolates from Portuguese traditional cheeses with protected designation origin (PDO) status, specifically Azeitão and Nisa. Given absence added starter cultures in cheesemaking process, characteristics these are intrinsically linked to autochthonous microbiota present raw materials production environment. Our findings demonstrate that all possess biofilm abilities, which crucial for their colonization persistence within cheese factories, thereby maintaining factory-specific microbial heritage. Through an integrated analysis utilizing principal component (PCA), a direct correlation between formation cell viability was established. Notably, results underscore adaptive capacity enterococci survive environmental fluctuations role unique cheeses. Overall, this research enhances our understanding dynamics highlights importance preserving quality
Language: Английский