Malt Agar, w/ 2% Agar 500G

Malt Agar w/ 2% Agar is recommended for the detection and isolation of yeasts and moulds from dairy products, foods and other materials. It is also recommended by FDA BAM for the study of yeast and moulds from cosmetics. This medium can also be used for maintaining stock cultures of fungi. Malt extract provides carbon, protein and nutrient sources required for the growth of microorganisms. The acidified medium inhibits the growth of bacteria and allows good recovery of yeasts and moulds.