Putrefaction fungi

While the fermentative conditions in the silage naturally preserve the protein, still if air gets into the silage either through cracks in the silo or due to the fact that the cut com stalks are not packed closely enough, molds and other fungi attack the acids and destroy them. When the acids are destroyed it is possible for proteolytic bacteria to set up a vigorous putrefaction of the protein and those spots where air has entered the silo are made unfit for cattle food. 

The Astigmata have also not been adequately studied but according to Wallwork they are believed to feed on plant detritus, fungi, algae and the liquified products of putrefaction processes. They are commonly associated with drier conditions and are not very important elements in the acarine fauna of most soils. 

Textile auxiliaries, such as spinning lubricants, sizes, finishes, yam humidifying agents and print thickeners often provide an excellent nutrient medium for mould fungi and putrefactive bacteria they can be regarded as aqueous functional fluids which need in-tank or in-can protection with suitable microbicides. Examples of microbicides to be used in the textile industry are ... 

Package stability of liquid paint. Unprotected or inadequately protected aqueous systems are highly susceptible to attack by bacteria and/or fungi. The presence of these microorganisms for even a short time may result in viscosity loss, emulsion break, gas formation, putrefaction, excessive settling, etc. 

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