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Mould formation

The formation of mould is not attributable to any specific feature of bread making by machine. Rather, mould formation can occur as a natural consequence of bread making, however done.

The baking process effectively kills any mould spores, so that any mould formation is caused by infection by mould spores after the loaf has cooled. Contact with mould spores typically occurs as a result of utensil contact, or the storage of the loaf within a container that harbours these spores. A vinegar wash will disinfect any affected area.

The formation of mould is not attributable to any specific feature of bread making by machine. Rather, mould formation can occur as a natural consequence of bread making, however done.

The baking process effectively kills any mould spores, so that any mould formation is caused by infection by mould spores after the loaf has cooled. Contact with mould spores typically occurs as a result of utensil contact, or the storage of the loaf within a container that harbours these spores. A vinegar wash will disinfect any affected area.