Antibacterial property of laboratory preparations of garbage enzyme

Abstract

Garbage enzyme is another name for Kitchen waste liquid ferments, produced as a result of 3 month fermentation process involving natural and mixed microbial cultures in the starting material (fruit and vegetable peels). These are reported to be eco-friendly enzyme preparations with multiple applications as household Cleaning solution, sanitizer, deodoriser, insect repellent, fertilizer, soil conditioner, and natural pesticide. In the present study, indigenous preparations of garbage enzyme, using two different types of organic waste sources, were produced and analysed for their antimicrobial activity against test microorganisms. Four bacterial and fungal strains were used for assay of antimicrobial activity using spread plate method. Results, obtained as zone of inhibitions, indicated significant antimicrobial activity against most of the test strains. This study provides evidence to the purposed application of garbage enzyme as cleanser and sanitizer. Garbage enzyme is suggested to provide a cheaper and eco-friendly alternative to commercially applied counterparts.