Proceedings

Challenge
Could we use Soneco® to control biofilms in a greenhouse hydroponics system?
Biofilms are bacterial communities that create a thick robust layer of mucilage which adhere to a wide variety of surfaces.
 Biofilms can deplete nutrients from the water in horticulture systems, encouraging infections, plant disease and decreasing yield.
 By blocking pipes, biofilms cause plants to be under-watered and under-fertilised[1]
 Also problematic in many other industries such as aquaculture, food processing and the water industry, contributing to diseases, blocking
pipes, corroding metals, and threatening food processing [2]
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