Synopsis
Cheese Pests and Their Control
This practical guide explains how cheese skippers and mites affect cheese, and how to prevent and control infestations in dairy plants and curing rooms. It covers the life histories of the pests, factors that influence outbreaks, and the best ways to protect cheese from damage.
In clear, step-by-step terms, the book discusses measurement of risks, sanitation, and the most effective fumigation options. It also explains when cold storage helps, and how coatings like paraffin can shield cheese from pests. Practical safety notes accompany the methods, so readers can use them responsibly in real environments.- How cheese skippers and mites develop, where they breed, and why fresh cheese is less at risk
- Guidance on sanitation, building conditions, and preventing outbreaks
- Fumigation approaches using hydrocyanic acid gas or carbon disulfide, with safety cautions
- Additional controls such as cold storage and paraffining to protect cheese
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