OF various organic acids and related compounds, propionic acid was the most effective and consistent as a mold inhibitor for corn and grain sorghum at moisture contents of 18-24 percent. Isobutyric, acetic, and formic acids followed in order. Salts of acids were less effective. Sorbic acid was effective when in solution.
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Sauer et al. (1974) studied this question.