1890s Bacteria Found in 130-Year-Old Danish Butter Additive

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1890s Bacteria Found in 130-Year-Old Danish Butter Additive
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Researchers in Denmark discovered 130-year-old bacteria in bottles used for butter production, revealing insights into historical dairy practices, including the use of starter cultures like Lactococcus cremoris, and highlighting past hygiene challenges with contamination by bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus and skin bacteria.

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