Quality analysis of milk with reference to microrganism & production of bacteriocins

Milk contributes a greater number of essential nutrients for human nutrition than any other single food, some in relatively large amounts. It is an outstanding source of calcium, which is needed all through life for healthy bones and teeth. It also supplies many other vitamins including riboflavin and when fortified, vitamin–D which helps structural and tissue development. The protein in milk is one of the best quality proteins that any food offers. Due to this highly nutritious nature of milk, it serves as an excellent growth medium for a wide range of microorganisms