Hydrogen peroxide

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Stumbled across information on hydrogen peroxide as a crop input, for its apparent anti-fungal and root zone oxygen uses. I'm looking into this further, including whether it's permitted in certified organic production (it's permitted as a sanitation agent).

Here's an interesting article: Hydrogen Peroxide and Horticulture.

[edit] Hydrogen peroxide as a disinfectant

Vinegar and Hydrogen Peroxide as Disinfectants - Research claims that hydrogen peroxide and vinegar as separate sprays used in combination is an extremely effective disinfectant for produce and facilities.[1]

• 3% hydrogen peroxide + plain white or cider vinegar
• spray one right after the other in any order
• combination more lethal to bacteria than chlorine bleach
• for food, rinse with water afterwards

[edit] Food & Health uses

[edit] Food preparation and storage

NOTE: These are from a single source (Household Uses Of Hydrogen Peroxide H2O2 that sells hydrogen peroxide, haven't been checked out further than that...

Washing meat: Use salt and 3% hydrogen peroxide in chilled water for washing fish, chicken or other meat to kill bacteria and viruses.

Cleansing for vegetables and salad greens: Add salt in addition to 1/4 cup 3% hydrogen peroxide to a sink full of cold water. Wash vegetables thoroughly, rinse with cold water and drain. This process prolongs freshness.

Leftover tossed salad: Spray with a solution of 1/2 cup water and 1 tablespoon of hydrogen peroxide. Drain, cover and refrigerate. Eliminates use of chemical preservatives.

Marinade: Place meat, fish or poultry in a casserole (avoid using aluminum pans). Cover with a diluted solution of 3% hydrogen peroxide. Place in a loosely covered container in refrigerator for 1/2 hour. Rinse and cook.

To freshen kitchen: Keep a spray bottle of 3% solution of hydrogen peroxide in the kitchen. Use to wipe off counter tops and appliances. It will disinfect and give the kitchen a clean, fresh small. Works great in the refrigerator and lunch boxes.

House & Garden Plants: Put 1 ounce 3% hydrogen peroxide in 1-quart water. Water or mist plants with this solution.

Sprouting needs: Add 1 ounce 3% hydrogen peroxide to one pint of water and soak the seeds overnight. Add the same amount of hydrogen peroxide each time you rinse the seeds.

[edit] Health and garden

Hydrogen Peroxide - Nasal Sprayer & Garden Applications - Personal account of hydrogen peroxide as "miracle" health and garden treatment. With a medical use guidelines from the US Centers for Disease Control (CDC).