What is Biofilm?
Biofilms are the slimy layer of amalgamated bacteria, fungi, and algae that form on wet surfaces. Water sources available to livestock have been identified as important biosecurity and agroterrorism concerns because of the presence of biofilms. Many foodborne pathogens, in particular Campylobacter, Salmonella, E. coli, Pseudomonas, and Staphylococcus, can be spread to the flock from the poultry water. Protective measures of Water Quality Assurance Programs need to be in place in order to reduce vulnerability to microbial infection. Common disinfectants are not effective in eliminating biofilm. To penetrate and remove them, the product must be able to hydrolyze the biofilm to separate and destroy it.
