Impact of drying on Pseudomonas fluorescens viability. A review

Abstract

The drying Pseudomonas fluorescens makes more economical storage, transportation and marketing. It aims to stop and to stabilize all biological activities for an optimal storage, compatible with the conservation of maximum viability of microorganisms desired. The viability of bacteria after drying depends on the operating conditions of the latter. One of the most important criteria to consider during the drying of biologically active products is the quality of the final dried product. Freeze-drying is the most drying method used for Pseudomonas. But temperature changes it induced are not without consequence for the cells. They are responsible for cell damage (peroxidation of fatty acids) and genetic (proteins and DNA oxidation). However, use of protective compounds during freeze-drying and during storage increases significantly the rate of cell viability.Conseil Alimentaire (CONSALIM