Queensland scientists have discovered promising new anti-microbial properties in a combination of natural plant ingredients, including two common native Australian plums. The researchers discovered that when small amounts of the Kakadu and Queensland Davidson plum are combined with organic acids they display promising new anti-microbial properties.
They were looking at how native plants might be used to extend the shelf-life of processed kangaroo meat in pet food, which would help to reduce the industry’s reliance on preservatives such as sulphides.
Dr Yasmina Sultanbawa, The University of Queensland