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Scientists discover sulphur can be good for grapes,but


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#1 Don Giovanni

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Posted 02 September 2011 - 02:01 AM

Scientists discover sulphur can be good for grapes,but


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a very good thing ...

latest research shows sulphur also activates or primes the defence system in grape berries.


sulphur has a positive aspect on the grape... from the audio...

The exciting thing is that sulphur dioxide increases the antioxidant levels and antifungal levels in the berry to improve its own defense responses.


now they know what it does, so they can find a replacement...maybe this...

This world first research could change the way table grapes, wine and dried fruits are preserved.

Dr Considine says they are looking at UV-B and ozone fumigation as possible replacement treatments that could be available in 5-10 years



WHO is applying the pressure to replace sulphur...

#2 liuzhou

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Posted 02 September 2011 - 10:11 AM

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